Senior NPI Engineer, Actuators

Anduril; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive equity grants

Top-tier benefits package

Job summary

Anduril in Costa Mesa, California is seeking an experienced manufacturing engineer to develop new automated manufacturing lines. Your role will involve driving innovative manufacturing processes aimed at optimizing performance and cost-effectiveness.

The candidate should have extensive experience in designing mechanical and electromechanical systems, as well as proficiency in CAD software. The position offers a competitive salary range of $146,000 — $194,000, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing and design of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems.
• Experience developing and launching a manufacturing assembly line from concept to production.
• Proficiency in CAD software, specifically NX, for design.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated manufacturing and pilot lines from concept to production.
• Drive development of innovative manufacturing processes to improve performance.
• Plan and execute experiments to optimize manufacturability and quality.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Processes

CAD Software

Electric Motors

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related

Tools

NX CAD

Python

MATLAB

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

What You’ll Do

• Develop new highly automated manufacturing and pilot lines from concept to production for new and existing products.
• Drive development of new/innovative manufacturing processes from proof of concept through to full scale production that enable improved battery performance and/or cost.
• Plan and Execute DoEs to characterize boundary conditions and optimize process for manufacturability and quality.
• Own design/manufacturing liaison relationship to optimize product from an automation standpoint prior to release.
• Drive equipment and process optimization to increase yield, throughput, and availability while reducing cost and lead-time.
• Manage installation, qualification, and ramp of development lines.
• Generate machine specifications, standards, and documentation.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience developing and launching a manufacturing assembly line from concept to production with actuators or drive systems.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing and design of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems, with at least 1 year specifically focused on electric motors or electromechanical actuators.
• Proficiency in CAD software, specifically NX, for test fixture design, with an understanding of design for manufacturability for various methods (e.g., CNC, 3D printing).
• A strong sense of urgency and adaptability in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or other scripting languages for data analysis and test automation.
• Familiarity with project and documentation management tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Experience in the aerospace, defense, or robotics industry.

US Salary Range: $146,000 — $194,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, explore Our Benefits.