Senior NPI Engineer, Actuators

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

As a Senior NPI Engineer, Actuators, you will develop new highly automated manufacturing and pilot lines from concept to production for new and existing products.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new highly automated manufacturing and pilot lines from concept to production for new and existing products.
• Drive development of new/innovative manufacturing processes from proof of concept through to full scale production that enable improved battery performance and/or cost.
• Plan and Execute DoEs to characterize boundary conditions and optimize process for manufacturability and quality.
• Own design/manufacturing liaison relationship to optimize product from an automation standpoint prior to release.
• Drive equipment and process optimization to increase yield, throughput, and availability while reducing cost and lead-time.
• Manage installation, qualification, and ramp of development lines.
• Generate machine specifications, standards, and documentation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience developing and launching a manufacturing assembly line from concept to production with actuators or drive systems.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing and design of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems, with at least 1 year specifically focused on electric motors or electromechanical actuators.
• Proficiency in CAD software, specifically NX, for test fixture design, with an understanding of design for manufacturability for various methods (e.g., CNC, 3D printing).
• A strong sense of urgency and adaptability in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or other scripting languages for data analysis and test automation.
• Familiarity with project and documentation management tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Experience in the aerospace, defense, or robotics industry.

Benefits: Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) to support health, recovery, and well-being.