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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
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Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
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Manufacturing Engineer, Drones joins the Drones team to bridge the gap between advanced design and high-volume production for Unmanned Aerial Systems like Bolt, Ghost, and Anvil. This role involves transitioning products from concept to prototype and full production while providing daily sustaining support for mechanical fitment, electrical, harnessing, software, and firmware issues. The engineer will collaborate with design teams on manufacturing best practices, manage documentation such as MBOMs and work instructions, perform capacity analysis, and conduct site visits for sourcing and problem-solving. Key skills include experience in sheet metal, machining, 3D printing, and PCBA fabrication, alongside proficiency in NX and Teamcenter. The role focuses on solving the technical challenge of scaling complex electromechanical systems into reliable production lines while ensuring quality and cost reduction through continuous improvement initiatives.
What does a Manufacturing Engineer earn in California?
Median $168750 from 48 postings across 5 companies.
Design for Manufacturability
New Product Introduction (NPI)
Electromechanical Hardware
Machining
Fabrication
Soldering
Assembly
Tooling
Fixturing
Process Flow
Quality Planning
Scripting
Control Systems