Director, Manufacturing Engineering

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$220,000–$292,000 / yr
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Similar $174k
This role $256k
$125k most similar roles pay here $310k

This role pays more than 90% of similar roles. Most pay $143,248–$205,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $256k versus about $174k for comparable roles.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1882 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1696 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Director, Manufacturing Engineering

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The Director of Manufacturing Engineering will lead and drive strategic manufacturing processes across diverse product lines, ensuring efficient production and quality while supporting new product introductions and automation initiatives. This role involves developing a long-term engineering strategy, implementing digital tools for design and analysis, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational excellence. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, including leadership roles, with expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and advanced technologies like robotics and automation. They must also be familiar with classified systems and possess strong project management skills to manage budgets and resources effectively. This position demands an innovative approach to solving complex challenges in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Automation Robotics Digital Manufacturing Tools New Product Introduction (NPI) Manufacturing Engineering Process Optimization Classified Systems Compliance Security Clearance Project Management CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement long-term manufacturing engineering strategies aligned with company goals.
  • Oversee optimization of manufacturing methods, tooling, and processes to enhance quality and efficiency.
  • Lead initiatives in lean manufacturing to reduce waste and improve production attainment.
  • Build scalable processes for rapid growth and dynamic production environments.
  • Manage budgets, resources, and staffing for the manufacturing engineering department.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proven ability to scale manufacturing operations in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
  • Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization techniques.
  • Strong knowledge of automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
  • Experience with digital manufacturing tools for design and analysis implementation.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes for classified systems and compliance standards.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

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