Description
Anduril's Materials Engineering team is seeking a Materials and Process Engineer with a background in structural composites to join our rapidly growing team. Our team plays a pivotal role in advancing the materials that are at the heart of Anduril's cutting-edge products, from autonomous aircraft to submarines. We aim to push the boundaries of what's possible in defence technology, delivering innovative solutions in months, not years.
As a Materials and Process Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team where you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and optimisation of composite materials for our revolutionary products. The right person for this role has a solid understanding of materials science and composite manufacturing and an intrinsic drive to build on that foundation. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and is eager to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world applications, this role is for you.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and test new composite materials (thermosets and thermoplastics) to meet engineering and performance specifications for structural applications
- Research, evaluate, and select composite materials and manufacturing processes based on mechanical properties, manufacturability, and cost considerations
- Design and execute statistically-driven test plans, qualification envelopes, and characterisation campaigns to substantiate materials and processes
- Develop, implement, and maintain technical specifications, engineering standards, and allowables for composite materials
- Support redesign initiatives focused on cost reduction and high-rate composite manufacturing scalability
- Lead failure analyses and root cause corrective action investigations for material-related issues
- Document experimental procedures and results; present findings to technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership
- Collaborate with materials engineering staff to identify, define, and fill technology gaps in materials capabilities
- Coordinate with laboratory staff on materials and process characterisation activities
- Support design engineering with materials selection, allowables development, and structural analysis
- Partner with manufacturing engineering to improve processes, troubleshoot production issues, and facilitate operations
- Work with quality assurance to drive specification compliance and support process audits
- Support supplier development, qualification, and performance monitoring
- Communicate technical risks to leadership and collaborate to overcome program roadblocks
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in materials science, composites engineering, or a related field
- A strong understanding of composite materials processing and characterisation techniques
- 5-7 years of composite materials and process engineering experience
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to apply engineering principles to practical applications
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting structural analysis and statistical data reduction
- Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software and materials simulation tools
- Hands-on experience with non-destructive testing, mechanical testing, and failure analysis techniques
- Prior experience with qualification and process substantiation of new composite products
- Demonstrated ownership of a comprehensive material characterisation effort
- Working knowledge of composites manufacturing methods, design, and process substantiation
US Salary Range: $146,000-$194,000 USD