Director, Manufacturing Engineering (Core Tech)

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$220,000–$292,000 / yr
Posted
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Above market

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This role $256k
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This role pays more than 90% of similar roles. Most pay $149,925–$215,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $256k versus about $183k 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 1972 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1790 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Director, Manufacturing Engineering (Core Tech)

The Director of Manufacturing Engineering for Core Tech leads a team responsible for developing cutting-edge defense hardware, including battery integration and advanced actuation systems. This senior role involves strategic oversight and tactical management of manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality product delivery while driving innovation in digital tools and methodologies. Day-to-day responsibilities include optimizing manufacturing methods, fostering cross-functional collaboration, managing budgets, and overseeing new product introductions. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering with leadership roles, and expertise in high-reliability hardware systems. Strong skills in lean manufacturing, project management, and cross-functional teamwork are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement long-term manufacturing engineering strategies aligned with company goals.
  • Oversee optimization of manufacturing methods, tooling, and processes for quality and efficiency.
  • Lead initiatives in lean manufacturing to reduce waste and improve production attainment.
  • Manage budgets, resources, and staffing for the manufacturing engineering department.
  • Partner with R&D teams to ensure seamless transition of new products from design to production.
  • Define KPIs and measure performance to align with operational and business objectives.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.
  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering with 5+ years in a leadership role.
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills in unstructured environments.
  • Experience managing New Product Introduction and scaling operations dynamically.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and project management abilities.

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