Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Actuators

Anduril-1; Costa Mesa (CA); Sur place; USD 150 000 - 210 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Anduril Industries seeks a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Actuation Systems, to lead end-to-end development of high-performance actuators for sea and air platforms. The role requires deep DFMA, MBOM creation, MES integration, and rigorous test development, with hands-on guidance to engineers and technicians. A strong background in precision electromechanical hardware is essential.

U.S. person, 12+ years’ experience, mechanical or aerospace degree, and on-site work in California are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 12+ years in manufacturing or design engineering with precision components.
• Proven track record driving technical initiatives and mentoring engineers.
• Experience delivering electromechanical hardware (actuators, robotics) in fast-paced environments.
• Expertise establishing manufacturing environments, MBOM, MES, RCCA for actuators.
• Proficient with Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
• Hands-on hardware manufacturing experience.

Responsabilités

• Lead NPI initiatives for precision actuators from prototype to production.
• Provide feedback for DFM/DFA of actuator components and systems.
• Design and oversee tooling, jigs, and fixtures for actuator assembly and testing.
• Optimize process flows for complex actuator assemblies including bearing, gear, sensor, and seal operations.
• Define and implement MBOM and routings in MES/ERP for actuator sub-assemblies.
• Develop and standardize manufacturing documentation and QC plans.
• Create test methodologies for torque, speed, precision, and environmental testing.
• Mentor engineers and technicians during builds, troubleshooting, and validation.

Connaissances

Manufacturing leadership

Mentoring

Electromechanical hardware

Precision assembly

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Outils

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Description du poste

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.

Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Actuation Systems

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.

SUMMARY - ABOUT THE TEAM / JOB

Anduril's Manufacturing team seeks a Staff Manufacturing Engineer. The Core Tech Manufacturing Team rapidly iterates and builds cutting-edge defense hardware, specializing in advanced mechanical actuators and motion control systems for Anduril's sea and air vehicle platforms. This role encompasses the full manufacturing value-chain: Design for Manufacturability (DFM), specialized tooling, process optimization for precision mechanical and electromechanical assembly, vendor management, quality planning, and comprehensive documentation for high-reliability hardware.

Ideal candidates demonstrate holistic ownership in solving complex technical challenges with creative, physical solutions, personally manufactured or overseen, within fast-paced, resource-limited settings.

As Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Actuation Systems, you will strategically drive the end-to-end manufacturing development and production of high-performance mechanical actuators, providing expert technical guidance and strategic insight to ensure robust operation and reliability in challenging sea and air vehicle environments. This role requires exceptional technical expertise and strategic problem-solving skills in DFM for complex mechanical and electromechanical systems, advanced precision assembly techniques, and rigorous test development for critical motion control components. If you are a hands-on technical expert who thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges, delivering innovative manufacturing solutions, and elevating technical standards across the organization, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Serve as a primary technical driver for NPI initiatives, transitioning precision mechanical actuators and electromechanical systems from prototype to scalable production, architecting solutions for manufacturability, performance, and supply chain robustness.
• Act as the principal manufacturing interface with Design Engineering, providing critical and influential feedback for Design For Manufacturability and Assembly (DFM/DFA) specifically for actuator components and integrated systems.
• Architect, design, and oversee implementation of novel tooling, jigs, and fixturing for precision actuator assembly, alignment, and testing, setting best practices.
• Establish and continuously optimize robust, repeatable process flows for complex actuator assemblies, encompassing intricate operations like bearing installation, gear train assembly, sensor integration, and sealing, setting benchmarks for manufacturing excellence.
• Strategically define, implement, and optimize Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) and Routings within MES and ERP systems, specifically for actuator sub-assemblies and final product builds.
• Drive the development and standardization of comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including detailed work instructions, quality control plans, inspection requirements, and environmental test procedures for high-reliability actuators.
• Design, validate, and strategically implement robust test methodologies and equipment for critical actuator performance characteristics (e.g., torque, speed, precision) and environmental qualification (e.g., vibration, thermal, ingress protection).
• Provide deep hands-on technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and technicians during prototype builds, troubleshooting, and production validation of actuator hardware, fostering technical excellence.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 12+ years of progressive manufacturing or design engineering experience, specifically with precision mechanical components, electromechanical hardware, or motion control systems.
• Proven track record of driving significant technical initiatives, providing expert guidance, and mentoring engineers.
• Demonstrated expertise in delivering complex electromechanical hardware (actuators, robotics) in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments.
• Deep expertise in establishing and optimizing manufacturing environments, including MBOM creation, MES integration, and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) for actuator production.
• Proficient with Siemens NX for CAD and Teamcenter for PLM software.
• Hands-on experience physically manufacturing hardware (e.g., precision machining, additive manufacturing, electromechanical assembly, fabrication). Personal projects in robotics or control systems a plus.
• Strong interest in manufacturing high-performance defense hardware and a commitment to continuous technical mastery.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Hands-on experience with control systems, servo motors, or high-performance electromechanical components in aerospace, marine, or robotics.
• Experience with harsh environment manufacturing considerations (e.g., sealing, corrosion prevention, vibration isolation, lubrication).
• Familiarity with aerospace (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-810) or marine environmental testing and qualification standards.
• Software scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automation, data analysis, or testbed control.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing processes like precision grinding, gear cutting, or specialized surface treatments for critical components.

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:

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.

As set forth in Anduril Industries's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.