Manufacturing Engineer, Avionics, Space

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
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$146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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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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TL;DR · Manufacturing Engineer, Avionics, Space

Manufacturing Engineer, Avionics, Space joins the Space Manufacturing team to own manufacturing processes for flight computing, guidance and navigation, and radio-frequency avionics on spacecraft. This role involves developing process documentation, driving Design for Manufacturability and Assembly, and creating work instructions for PCBA, box-level builds, and integrated unit assemblies. The engineer will manage assembly tooling, test equipment, root cause analysis, PFMEA, and first article inspections while providing hands-on technical support to technicians on the floor. Key requirements include expertise in high-reliability standards like IPC-610/620 Class 3, IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum, and NASA-STD-8739 series. Candidates must possess skills in SMT, conformal coating, potting, and RF handling disciplines such as ESD and connector torque. The role utilizes Foundry and Teamcenter systems to manage build definitions and records for high-consequence electronic hardware within the space sector.

What does a Manufacturing Engineer earn in California?

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What you'll do

  • Develop and document manufacturing processes for flight computer, GNC, and RF avionics assemblies.
  • Author and maintain work instructions, travelers, and as-built records for high-reliability electronics.
  • Drive Design for Manufacturability (DfM) and Assembly (DfA) during the design phase before CDR.
  • Specify and qualify assembly tooling, fixtures, and test equipment for avionics production.
  • Perform root cause analysis, PFMEA, process validation, and first article inspections for flight hardware.
  • Implement RF-specific handling disciplines such as ESD control, connector torque, and cleanliness protocols.
  • Provide hands-on technical support to technicians on the manufacturing floor.
  • Manage manufacturing data and work instructions within Foundry and Teamcenter systems of record.

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 on electronic assemblies in aerospace, space, defense, or other high-reliability industries.
  • Working knowledge of IPC-610/620 Class 3, IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum, and NASA-STD-8739 series standards.
  • Hands-on experience with PCBA processes and box-level assembly including cabling, harnessing, and mechanical integration.
  • Experience authoring work instructions or travelers for flight or high-consequence electronic hardware.
  • Experience with root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone), PFMEA, and first article inspection.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%.
  • 10+ years flight avionics manufacturing experience; RF/microwave assembly; cleanroom experience; MES/PLM fluency; active U.S. Secret clearance (all preferred).

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