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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.
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Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Sensors and Avionics joins the Space Manufacturing team to lead the manufacturing strategy and execution for the electronic, optical, and electrical components of spacecraft. This role involves owning process development, documentation, and integration for PCBAs, box-level electronics, electro-optical instruments, and power systems. The engineer will manage technical interfaces with partners, drive Design for Manufacturability, and oversee tooling, test equipment selection, and root cause analysis. Key requirements include expertise in IPC-610/620 Class 3, IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum, and NASA-STD-8739 series standards. The role requires proficiency in SMT, conformal coating, and RF handling while utilizing Foundry and Teamcenter systems. The position addresses the technical challenge of scaling high-reliability hardware from prototype to production for space-grade applications, ensuring rigorous workmanship standards across navigation, communication, and sensor packages within a fast-paced environment.
Develop and document manufacturing processes for PCBAs and electronic assemblies to space-grade workmanship standards.
Manage production processes for sensor packages including optical trains, star trackers, and infrared systems.
Oversee the assembly and calibration of navigation, radar, and communication systems across multiple frequency bands.
Lead power system manufacturing including distribution assemblies, cable routing, bonding, and grounding.
Serve as the primary technical interface to manage relationships and drive improvements with internal partners and external vendors.
Drive Design for Manufacturability (DfM) and use statistical process control to reduce production test burdens.
Specify and qualify assembly tooling, fixtures, and test equipment while performing root cause analysis and PFMEA.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership to technicians during the production ramp.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace, space, defense, or another high-reliability industry.
Deep knowledge of high-reliability electronics workmanship standards including IPC-610/620 Class 3, IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum, and NASA-STD-8739 series.
Expert understanding of PCBA processes and box-level assembly including cabling, harnessing, thermal, and EMI/EMC.
Hands-on depth in at least two areas: electro-optical/infrared sensor assembly, RF/radar assembly, navigation units, or power distribution and harness manufacture.
Proven expertise in root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone), PFMEA, corrective actions, process validation, and first article inspection.
Must currently possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
Experience with satellite/spacecraft avionics, radar/optical sensor manufacturing, or high-volume production of 100+ units per year (preferred).
Design for Manufacturing
DFMA
CAD
SMT
PCBA
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
Statistical Process Control
Manufacturing Execution Systems
Scripting
Tool Design
Quality Management
DFMA
CAD
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
SMT
PCBA Fabrication
Manufacturing Execution Systems
Statistical Process Control
Scripting
Tooling Design
Quality Planning