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Anduril Industries · 1 day ago

Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Missiles

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$146K/yr - $194K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company committed to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will oversee manufacturing process development, drive process improvements, and ensure high-quality production while leading a team responsible for various manufacturing tasks.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Execute the manufacturing of a certain product or set of products, from initial prototyping through large full-scale production

Lead a team responsible for delivering on-time completion of development and production units within a product group

Work with design engineers during the development process to drive design for manufacturing best practices into the design effort, and help facilitate the transition from design to prototype to rate production

Act as a manufacturing lead for mechanical fabrication and avionics with subject matter expertise in these areas and key experience in design for manufacturability

Own documentation required for successfully manufacturing product group hardware at scale, such as MBOM’s, work instructions & requirements, etc

Uphold and advise on quality management and business application programs as they pertain to manufacturing within your area

Facilitate make versus buy decisions, and coordinate with internal supply chain teams to manage vendors to ensure quality deliveries on time

Collaborate with internal customers and manufacturing planning teams to define capacity planning actions to meet customer needs and expectations

Analyze metrics for continuous improvement initiatives (cost reduction, QI reduction & capacity increase)

Instill a culture of innovation, teamwork, and accountability within the manufacturing engineering product team

Develop production and test methodologies and implement best practices to enable scaling production capabilities for larger, more complex products

Travel to suppliers and partner sites to do initial sourcing work, solve ongoing production issues, and implement process procedures as required

Qualification

Manufacturing EngineeringDesign for ManufacturabilityTeam LeadershipProcess OptimizationQuality ManagementCapacity PlanningInnovationLearning AgilityHands-on ManufacturingSolderingMachiningFabricationAssemblySoftware ScriptingAttention to DetailCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunicationAdaptability

Required

Degree in a technical field such as engineering, math, or a hard science

5+ years in manufacturing or similar prototyping position

Demonstrated in-kind or direct team leadership skills, with backing examples

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

A genuine interest in manufacturing and thirst for learning

Demonstrated ability to creatively deliver hardware in a resource-constrained environment

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

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred

Experience building or transforming successful production operation organizations and leading large-scale change management initiatives that influence culture, define tools & processes and improve competencies

Harness & PCBA fabrication experience including prior work with or setup/modification/monitoring SMT processes

Experience leading and managing teams on fast-paced, complex projects

Hands-on experience with R/C and/or autonomous flight vehicles, flight controllers, or other related control systems

Software scripting experience in any language

Current active U.S. Secret security clearance

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.

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.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

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

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.