Lead Manufacturing Engineer

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

As the Lead Manufacturing Engineer, you will serve as the critical bridge between design intent and physical execution, transforming complex technical data packages into a robust, repeatable build reality for our autonomous air vehicle program.

Responsibilities

• Develop process flows, breaking down large, complex assemblies into a logical part flow of subassemblies and sub-processes
• Provide guidance on EBOM structure to align engineering definition with manufacturing needs
• Write manufacturing documentation, such as work instructions, MBOMs, quality plans, inspection requirements, non-conformances
• Work as a conduit between the engineering technical data packages and the technicians to ensure products are manufactured as designed/analyzed
• Drive design for manufacturing (DFM) early in the development cycle, performing piece-part tolerance stack-ups, GD&T checks, and producibility assessments
• Develop the build process flow and partner with design engineers to ensure the design of the vehicle is structured to support that flow from the outset
• Own the creation and management of the MBOM, ensuring it accurately reflects the as-built configuration and evolves with the design
• Define the work execution strategy, including work instructions and part consumption against work orders, to enable an efficient and traceable build
• Coordinate integration activities across the build, including process flow, schedule, and deconfliction of competing priorities on the floor
• Be hands-on during the build, working alongside technicians and engineers to execute the manufacturing plan and resolve issues in real time
• Capture lessons learned to drive improvements into the next units (Alpha 2 and beyond), closing the loop between build experience and design refinement

Requirements

• Degree in a technical field preferred such as engineering, math, or a hard science
• 8+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably manufacturing or design of electromechanical hardware
• Demonstrated ability to creatively deliver electromechanical hardware in a resource-constrained environment
• Deep expertise in DFM, tolerance analysis, and GD&T, with the ability to influence design decisions directly
• Hands-on experience creating and managing MBOMs, work instructions, and build process flows
• An attitude of world-class mission assurance, quality, attention to detail, and dedication
• A genuine interest in manufacturing and thirst for learning

Benefits Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) to ensure you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.