Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Intelligence Systems

Anduril Industries, Inc.

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 166,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Income Protection
Generous time off
Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

A defense technology company in Costa Mesa is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to lead the manufacturing process development for innovative military hardware. The ideal candidate has over 12 years of experience in manufacturing processes and holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Key responsibilities include managing production steps, enhancing manufacturing processes, and ensuring quality. Competitive compensation ranges from $166,000 to $220,000, complemented by top-tier benefits including comprehensive health care and a robust retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, preferably in a high-reliability industry.
  • Demonstrated expertise in creating detailed work instructions and process documentation.
  • Strong ability to analyze and improve manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Own manufacturing of Anduril's intelligence systems across all manufacturing steps.
  • Provide Design for manufacturability and assembly feedback.
  • Develop novel tooling solutions for fabrication and assembly.

Skills

Proficiency with CAD software
Troubleshooting and problem-solving
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work in cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Job description

Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Intelligence 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.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril Intelligence Systems is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and lead the manufacturing process development for our products. The Manufacturing Team is responsible for rapidly iterating and building cutting‑edge defense hardware, including static equipment, moving ground equipment, and complex vehicles. This responsibility includes everything in the manufacturing value‑chain including, but not limited to, Design for Manufacturability, tool design & selection, process creation & optimization, vendor sourcing & interaction, quality planning, and work documentation associated with the hardware.

The right person for this role can demonstrate past holistic ownership on solving a technical challenge with a creative, physical, solution that they either personally manufacturing or oversaw manufacturing on, in a fast‑paced, resource‑limited environment. If you are someone who thrives in such an environment, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Own manufacturing of Anduril’s intelligence systems across all manufacturing steps
  • Provide Design for manufacturability and assembly feedback
  • Develop novel tooling solutions for fabrication and assembly
  • Develop process flows, breaking down large, complex assemblies into sub‑assemblies and processes and building out their production lines
  • Evaluate and disposition non‑conformances of hardware
  • Write documentation required for successfully manufacturing their hardware at scale, such as work instructions, quality plans, inspection requirements, etc.
  • Iterate on assembly processes to incorporate lessons learned
  • Work with contract manufacturers across various disciplines (PCBA fab, metallic manufacturing, assembly, etc.) to develop repeatable, sustained processes for quick‑turn development as well as at‑scale production
  • Work with technicians and other engineers hands‑on, building prototype hardware
  • Contribute to end‑customer hardware mechanical or electrical design, including interconnects, board fabrication and inspection, etc.
  • Travel to suppliers to do initial sourcing work, solve ongoing production issues, and implement quality procedures
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
  • 12+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, preferably in a high‑reliability industry
  • Demonstrated expertise in creating clear, detailed work instructions and manufacturing process documentation
  • Experience optimizing manual assembly operations and establishing standardized work
  • Proven ability to analyze and improve manufacturing processes using lean manufacturing principles
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with ability to implement effective solutions quickly
  • A genuine interest in manufacturing and thirst for learning
  • Proficiency with CAD software for creating assembly documentation and tooling design
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams
  • Experience with manufacturing execution systems and digital work instructions
  • Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and capability studies
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles
  • Currently possesses an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, or other high‑reliability manufacturing environments
  • Harness & PCBA fabrication experience including prior work with or setup/modification/monitoring SMT processes
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Software scripting experience in any language

US Salary Range

$166,000 - $220,000 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:

Healthcare Benefits

  • US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
  • IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

  • Income Protection Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
  • Generous time off Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
  • Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
  • Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Retirement Savings Plan

  • US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
  • UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
  • AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

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