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Anduril Industries · 3 hours ago

Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$146K/yr - $194K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. As a Manager of Manufacturing Engineering, you will lead a manufacturing engineering team to drive process improvements, ensure high-quality production, and support new product development and implementation.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the manufacturing engineering team, setting goals, providing direction, and evaluating performance over a certain product or set of products, from initial prototyping through large full-scale production

Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance production capabilities, incorporating new technologies and methodologies

Own documentation required for successfully manufacturing product group hardware at scale, such as work instructions, inspection plans & requirements, etc

Collaborate with product development teams to ensure manufacturability of new designs and smooth transition from prototype to production

Assist in the selection, installation, and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment, ensuring optimal integration into production lines

Drive continuous improvement initiatives that result in cost reduction, quality enhancement, and throughput maximization

Manage budgets and forecast future manufacturing needs, including personnel, equipment, and materials

Establish and maintain robust training and documentation programs to enhance team skills and promote cross-functional knowledge sharing

Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and accountability within the manufacturing engineering department

Serve as the technical expert and point of contact for manufacturing engineering issues, providing guidance and support to resolve complex problems

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches, from initial design through to full-scale production

Liaise with vendors and suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of equipment and materials and maintain quality standards

Analyze production metrics and performance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement

Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements within the manufacturing process

Qualification

Manufacturing EngineeringProcess ImprovementLean ManufacturingProject ManagementCAD SoftwareSix SigmaAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingTeam Leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role

Proven track record of leading teams, developing new products and processes, and cradle to grave ownership

Experience driving process improvements in a manufacturing setting

An attitude of world-class mission assurance, quality, attention to detail, and dedication

A genuine interest in manufacturing and thirst for learning

Excellent project management skills and experience leading cross-functional projects

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Personal experience physically manufacturing hardware via any means (machining, fabrication, soldering, assembly, etc.). Work on personal or extracurricular projects is a plus

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Preferred

Masters degree in engineering, business, or related field

Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies

Proficient in CAD software and familiar with modern manufacturing technologies and automation

Software scripting experience in any language

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

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.

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.

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.

Annual reimbursement for professional development

Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Available depending on role eligibility.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.