Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Turbine Engines

Anduril Industries is seeking a skilled and innovative Turbomachinery Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing team.

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for advanced turbine engines and their precision components used in our cutting-edge defense systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes for advanced turbine engines and their precision components, from concept to production.
• Specify, design, procure, and validate necessary tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment to support production goals and process requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability of turbomachinery designs, including DFx principles.
• Optimize existing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and quality control plans.
• Conduct root cause analysis for manufacturing defects, non-conformances, or process inefficiencies, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Manage projects related to turbomachinery manufacturing improvements and capacity expansion.
• Provide technical support to production teams and train personnel on new processes and equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in turbomachinery component manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or high-performance industrial gas turbine industries.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software, preferably NX or similar.
• Familiarity with CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and other advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating automation, robotics, or advanced metrology systems (e.g., CMM, optical scanning) into manufacturing workflows.
• Owned end-to-end equipment development and implementation.
• Designing and fabricating tooling, such as mandrels and other fixture jigs.

Benefits

• Healthcare Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.