Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Composites

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted
107 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $166k
This role $193k
$127k most similar roles pay here $230k

This role pays more than 84% of similar roles. Most pay $146,500–$185,862 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $193k versus about $166k for comparable roles.

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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.

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TL;DR · Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Composites

Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Composites joins the Manufacturing team to serve as the primary technical expert for all composites manufacturing processes, assembly, and test methodologies. This role involves managing the full manufacturing value-chain for defense hardware, including static equipment, moving ground equipment, and complex flight vehicles. Key responsibilities include performing Design for Manufacturability work, tool design, process optimization, and New Product Introduction to transition products from prototype to high-volume production. The candidate will utilize expertise in autoclave processing, resin transfer molding, VARTM, out-of-autoclave processing, compression molding, and filament winding. Required skills include proficiency in PLM, ERP, and MES systems, along with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. The role addresses the technical challenge of scaling production for complex aerospace components while ensuring all products adhere to strict industry standards and quality management systems.

What does a Manufacturing Engineer earn in California?

Median $168750 from 48 postings across 5 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Serve as the primary technical expert for all composites manufacturing processes, assembly, and test methodologies.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to production teams and cross-functional departments regarding manufacturing techniques.
  • Evaluate and integrate new manufacturing technologies and automation solutions into existing production lines.
  • Transition products from prototype to high-volume production by optimizing manufacturability and supply chain scalability.
  • Collaborate with Design Engineering to provide feedback for Design for Manufacturability (DFM) during early development.
  • Review technical data packages for composite components to ensure accuracy before handing off to suppliers.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma to reduce costs and cycle times.
  • Act as a technical liaison between internal departments and external suppliers to resolve manufacturing issues.

What we're looking for

  • Degree in a technical field such as engineering, math, or a hard science.
  • 8+ years of experience in a relevant field, manufacturing or design.
  • Expertise in multiple composite fabrication processes including autoclave, RTM, VARTM, out-of-autoclave, compression molding, and filament winding.
  • Experience designing and working with molds for composites made from various materials.
  • Knowledge of PLM, ERP, MES, and other manufacturing planning and management systems.
  • Demonstrated success in scaling product testing and production from hundreds to thousands.
  • Ability to deliver creative solutions in resource-constrained environments.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

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