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Anduril Industries · 1 week ago

Mechanical Engineer III, Manufacturing Test

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$129K/yr - $171K/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 Mechanical Engineer III in the Manufacturing organization, you will design complex mechanical assemblies for PCBA and product level test systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to manufacture and test products.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build things that test things. Design mechanical assemblies using professional CAD design tools

Work with rapid fabrication teams or 3rd party suppliers to source equipment

Integrate your designs into Anduril’s PDM systems. You will follow the same process for component design and release that our product design teams use

Work with design teams to integrate mechanical DFM / DFT requirements into our products

Develop complex electromechanical systems within a multidisciplinary group. You will work directly with software and electrical engineers, solving problems to manufacture and test products in air, land and sea

Generate test work instructions that can be easily followed by technician team in MES. Train technicians on equipment use as required

Determine root cause of product failures and recommend appropriate corrective actions (RCCA)

Analyze test data, document results, and provide detailed reports to identify defects and areas for improvement

Collaborate with design engineers to provide feedback and recommendations for product enhancements based on test outcomes

Qualification

Mechanical DesignDFM / DFTElectromechanical SystemsCAD Design ToolsRoot Cause AnalysisProduct Life Cycle (PLM)Training SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields

5+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on product designs that have gone to manufacturing

Expert capability with (at least one) Mechanical Design package(s)

Experience with contract manufacturers, in-house fabrication, and prototyping process

Familiarity with electronics test equipment such as load cells, strain gauges, multimeters, etc

Strong root cause analysis skills of non-conforming hardware

Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills

Familiar with Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems

Experience working on projects that involve the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems

Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD clearance

Preferred

7+ years of relevant industry experience

Pursuing a Master's of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Familiarity with NX and Solidworks CAD design packages

Experience with PCBA test fixturing design

Experience working alongside Industrial Design or Product Design teams (surfacing, ergonomics, etc.)

Experience with mechanical systems related test (Thermal, Vibration, etc.)

Active Security Clearance or ability to obtain one

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: 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.