Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Anduril's Manufacturing team is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team to support AeroStructures branch in North Carolina. This Manufacturing Team is responsible for rapidly iterating and building cutting-edge aerostructure assemblies, starting from the piece part manufacturing. This role encompasses everything in the manufacturing value-chain, including, but not limited to, MBOM Management, Work Instruction creation, Design for Manufacturability work, work cell optimization, tool design & selection, process creation & optimization, vendor sourcing & interaction, quality planning, and work documentation associated with the composite and metallic structures. The right person for this role can demonstrate experience in composite part manufacturing and overall airframe assembly. This person will also demonstrate the ability to work across multiple functions (Manufacturing Operations, Airframe Design, Quality, Leadership, Supply Chain, etc) to achieve a successful manufacturing approach, flow, and build. What You'll Do Work with technicians and other engineers hands-on, building composite parts and tooling in close conjunction with design engineering release Write manufacturing documentation, such as work instructions, MBOMs, quality plans, inspection requirements, non-conformances, while also completing said work instructions, quality plans, and inspections alongside a team of technicians and inspectors Work as a conduit between the engineering technical data packages and the technicians to ensure composite hardware and tooling are manufactured as designed/analyzed Solve manufacturing problems in schedule-driven environment under the constraints of detailed specifications and requirements to achieve the needed quality, delivered on schedule Drive work cell design and optimization to ensure quality and efficiency targets are maintained and managed Work with the Program Managers to inform critical decision points to ensure on-time delivery Drive RCCAs alongside the quality team to eliminate production blockers and recurring issues Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technology related field 2+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably manufacturing or design of composite parts and/or assemblies A genuine interest in manufacturing and thirst for learning Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings including GD&T Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (NX preferred) Experience with MS Office and/or project management software skills Demonstrated in-kind or direct team leadership skills, with backing examples U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting aerospace, defense, automotive, and/or energetics facilities Experience working within a AS9100/NADCAP accredited manufacturing facility Proficiency in TeamCenter for digital manufacturing processes Composite and Metallic Airframe assembly processes Understanding of CNC machining operation and limitations - 5-axis routers, lathes, mills, etc US Salary Range $57,000 - $112,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: 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. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. 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. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. 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.