Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Special Projects

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted
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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 1882 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Special Projects

Anduril’s Manufacturing team is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to lead composites manufacturing processes, assembly, and testing for cutting-edge defense hardware. This role involves providing technical guidance, integrating new technologies, and optimizing manufacturability across various stages of product development. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in manufacturing or design, with expertise in composite fabrication methods such as autoclave processing, RTM, VARTM, out-of-autoclave processing, compression molding, and filament winding. They must be proficient in PLM, ERP, MES systems, and capable of driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. The role requires frequent travel (>25%) to support global manufacturing operations and a thorough understanding of material selection trade-offs for composites.

What you'll do

  • Serve as the primary technical expert for composites manufacturing processes and methodologies.
  • Evaluate and integrate new manufacturing technologies to enhance production efficiency.
  • Optimize manufacturability of products during the New Product Introduction phase.
  • Develop and maintain workmanship standards and process parameters for evolving product roadmaps.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.
  • Act as a technical liaison between various departments to resolve complex issues.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or design, focusing on composites.
  • Expertise in multiple composite fabrication processes including autoclave and RTM.
  • Ability to integrate new technologies and optimize manufacturing processes.
  • Strong knowledge of PLM, ERP, MES systems for manufacturing planning.
  • Demonstrated capability to work effectively in resource-constrained environments.

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