NPI Technician

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

We are seeking an experienced NPI Technician to support the development, testing, and manufacturing of innovative systems.

Responsibilities

• Prototype Assembly & Testing: Assemble, test, and troubleshoot prototypes, subassemblies, and systems, including mechanical, electromechanical, and optical components.
• Process Development: Assist in developing and refining assembly and manufacturing processes for new products.
• First Article Builds: Support first article manufacturing, including design verification and validation processes.
• Inspection & Quality Control: Conduct detailed inspections of components and assemblies using tools such as micrometers, calipers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM).
• Fixture & Tooling Support: Collaborate with engineering teams to set up, maintain, and improve manufacturing fixtures, tools, and test rigs.
• Supplier Collaboration & Material Validation: Work with suppliers to validate incoming materials and components, addressing quality and dimensional issues.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Collect test and production data to inform design and process improvements.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, reduce bottlenecks, and increase production yield.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a technician role within NPI, manufacturing, or assembly environments.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, electromechanical, and optical system assembly and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, injection molding, and precision assembly.
• Proficiency with inspection tools like micrometers, calipers, and CMMs.
• Familiarity with creating and utilizing test rigs, fixtures, and tooling to streamline production and testing.
• Experience with first article builds, design verification, and validation processes.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in transitioning products from prototype to high-rate production.
• Familiarity with MIL standards, FAA, FDA, or other regulated industry compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of optical and mechanical systems, including light sources, fiber optics, and precision alignment.
• Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, NX) for reviewing designs and tooling.
• Background in sensitivity analysis and functional testing of system performance.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive health, recovery, and other support