Mechanical Engineering Technician

As a Mechanical Engineering Technician at Anduril Industries, your main responsibilities include supporting mechanical design engineering in prototype builds, carrying out prototype testing, performing root cause analysis, and maintaining engineering tooling and R&D assets. You will collaborate closely with engineers to optimize build methods and instructions, disassemble and investigate failed hardware, and help deploy prototype systems to the field.

To be considered for the Mechanical Engineering Technician role at Anduril Industries, you should possess strong organization and communication skills, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in electronic or robotic assemblies. Familiarity with reading technical drawings, using CAD software like SolidWorks, and a good command of basic computer skills are essential. You must also be comfortable using various measuring tools and power tools.

Preferred qualifications for the Mechanical Engineering Technician position at Anduril Industries include a technical or associates degree in a related field, some experience with light electronics troubleshooting and soldering, fabrication of small parts, and knowledge of machine tools. Proficiency in SolidWorks for designing and modifying parts, along with the ability to conduct quality control testing, would also be beneficial.

At Anduril Industries, Mechanical Engineering Technicians are expected to be hands-on throughout the day. The role requires you to be on your feet frequently and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs may be necessary. The working environment is dynamic and fast-paced, providing opportunities to work both in a shop setting and potentially in the field.

Anduril Industries offers a competitive benefits package for full-time Mechanical Engineering Technicians, including platinum healthcare benefits, generous PTO, paid caregiver leave, mental health resources, and ongoing professional development support. Additionally, employees benefit from meals, commuter assistance, and a retirement savings plan.

Be prepared to discuss your hands-on experience with mechanical assemblies in detail. Highlight specific projects where you built, tested, or repaired systems, focusing on the tools you used, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them.

Discuss your familiarity with CAD programs like SolidWorks or NX, providing examples of projects you've worked on. Outline your abilities to navigate assemblies, generate designs, or make modifications as needed.

Describe your systematic approach to troubleshooting mechanical issues. Explain how you gather information, disassemble the system, perform tests, and analyze results to identify root causes, emphasizing your attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Detail your experience with hand tools and basic power tools. Mention specific tools you’ve mastered, such as torque wrenches or digital multimeters, and how you’ve applied them in your past roles to achieve results.

Share strategies you use for prioritization, such as task management techniques and communication with team members. Discuss a time when you effectively managed competing priorities to meet project deadlines.

Outline the key safety procedures you adhere to when working with machinery and tools. Highlight any training you've completed and any practices you personally follow to ensure not just your safety but the safety of your coworkers.

Reflect on a particular challenge you've faced in the past, explaining the situation, your actions, and the results. Be specific about how you utilized your skills and knowledge to navigate the challenge successfully.

Discuss the various stages of prototype testing you’ve engaged in. Cover how you prepared for the tests, the methodologies used, the success metrics, and how you documented findings to inform future design improvements.

Emphasize your commitment to quality by discussing the processes you put in place to guarantee that every assembly or prototype you work on meets the required standards. Talk about checks and documentation practices you routinely follow.

Share your passion for technology and engineering, citing specific aspects of mechanical work that drive you. Explain how being part of a team working towards significant goals, like enhancing military capabilities with advanced technology, inspires you.