This role pays less than
54%
of similar roles. Most pay
$146,500–$195,075
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$167k
versus about
$171k
for comparable roles.
Based on 239 similar postings.
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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
1697 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
across 1504 roles with salary data.
Manager, Manufacturing Optimization
The Manager, Manufacturing Optimization joins the Manufacturing Operations Team to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across domestic manufacturing sites. This role involves establishing a scalable operating system featuring tiered accountability, KPI trees, and visual management while standardizing processes to reduce variation and improve first-pass yield. The manager will lead rapid triage on critical constraints, coach supervisors through daily Gemba walks, and develop practical tools like hour-by-hour boards to enhance decision speed. Key responsibilities include implementing lean manufacturing systems, waste elimination via A3 or 8D methodologies, and managing day-to-day shop floor operations. Required skills include proficiency in MS Office, experience with NPI to scaled production, and knowledge of 5S, Six Sigma, or Lean principles. The role addresses the challenge of scaling high-volume production while ensuring safety, quality, and delivery standards are met across complex manufacturing environments.