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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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Manufacturing Engineer, Turbine Engines joins the turbomachinery team to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for advanced turbine engines and precision components used in defense systems. This role involves designing, procuring, and validating tooling, fixtures, and equipment while implementing robust production workflows from concept to completion. The engineer will collaborate on DFx principles, conduct root cause analyses for defects, manage capacity expansion projects, and provide technical training to production teams. Key technical requirements include proficiency in CAD/CAM software like NX, familiarity with CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and advanced metrology systems such as CMM or optical scanning. Candidates must possess experience in turbomachinery component manufacturing within the aerospace, defense, or high-performance industrial gas turbine industries. The role focuses on solving complex physical challenges to ensure manufacturability and quality for critical propulsion components in a fast-paced environment.
What does a Manufacturing Engineer earn in California?
Median $168750 from 48 postings across 5 companies.
Design and implement manufacturing processes for advanced turbine engines and precision components from concept to production.
Specify, design, procure, and validate tooling, fixtures, and equipment to meet production goals.
Optimize existing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Create and maintain technical documentation including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and quality control plans.
Perform root cause analysis on defects or inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
Evaluate and integrate new manufacturing technologies, automation, and advanced metrology systems into workflows.
Provide technical support to production teams and train personnel on new equipment and processes.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
5+ years of progressive experience in turbomachinery component manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or high-performance industrial gas turbine industries.
Proficiency with CAD/CAM software, preferably NX or similar systems.
Familiarity with CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and other advanced manufacturing technologies.
Experience integrating automation, robotics, or advanced metrology systems into manufacturing workflows.
Experience in end-to-end equipment development and the design and fabrication of tooling such as mandrels and fixture jigs.
Ability to solve technical challenges with creative physical solutions in fast-paced, resource-limited environments.
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to export-controlled information or facilities.