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Anduril Industries · 16 hours ago

Staff Production Automation Engineer

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$166K/yr - $220K/yr

12+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Staff Production Automation Engineer will develop production line automation equipment and manage larger projects involving the design, building, testing, and production of factory systems across multiple locations.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and implement high-volume production automation systems

Develop user interfaces for automation equipment

Integrate automation equipment into core company systems (ERP/MES/PLM)

Design standard automation and control hardware and software platforms (e.g. universal robotic cells, common PLC controllers)

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, production, design engineering, and software engineering

Scale automation systems across multiple production locations

Develop and maintain infrastructure for controls and automation

Qualification

Production automation systemsAutomationControl designElectrical engineeringScripting for test automationRobotic programmingCross-functional communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

12+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment

Proven experience designing, building, and maintaining high-volume production automation systems

Expert in automation and control design

Experience leading or contributing to teams that have built out infrastructure for controls and automation

Demonstrated ability to develop automation systems deployed at scale across multiple locations

Proficiency in scripting for test automation

Software experience, including ability to write and debug automation code

Strong electrical engineering background, including design of electronics/mechatronics

Excellent cross-functional communication skills

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

Preferred

Experience working with 3rd party integrators for automation

15+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment

Robotic programming and mechatronics software development skills

Custom tooling, fixturing, and/or conveyance design experience

Broad knowledge of automation and controls, including conveyance, robotics, fastening/dispensing, and material movement

Familiarity with production processes for defense and aerospace products

Benefits

Healthcare 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.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan