Sr Manufacturing Engineer

As a Sr Manufacturing Engineer at Anduril Industries, you'll own a key part of the manufacturing value chain for cutting-edge defense hardware. This includes developing novel tooling solutions, creating process flows, documenting manufacturing instructions, and collaborating with contract manufacturers to establish sustainable production processes. Your hands-on involvement will help ensure efficient production while maintaining high-quality standards.

To be a successful candidate for the Sr Manufacturing Engineer role at Anduril Industries, you should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering, with at least 10 years of experience in the manufacturing engineering field, preferably within aerospace. Demonstrated team leadership skills and proficiency in CAD and production planning tools are also essential. Obtaining a U.S. Secret security clearance is required.

Newly hired Sr Manufacturing Engineers at Anduril Industries will undergo an extensive six-month training program at our headquarters in Costa Mesa, California. This training allows you to learn from a world-class manufacturing team, gaining vital skills and knowledge that you'll then bring back to the Arsenal-1 facility in Columbus, Ohio.

Anduril Industries is committed to the professional growth of its employees. As a Sr Manufacturing Engineer, you will have access to a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, mental health resources, and ongoing training opportunities, ensuring you have the resources needed to excel in your role.

Working as a Sr Manufacturing Engineer at Anduril Industries offers a dynamic and innovative environment focused on cutting-edge defense technology. You will collaborate with talented professionals, engaging in hands-on projects that challenge conventional practices. Anduril fosters a culture of inclusivity and respect, making it an exciting place to learn and grow professionally.

Discuss specific manufacturing processes you've mastered, such as CAD design, tooling solutions, or quality planning methods. Share projects where you successfully optimized these processes while emphasizing teamwork and how your experience aligns with Anduril's needs.

Explain your methodology for ensuring manufacturability, including how you collaborate with design teams, analyze designs for production feasibility, and make necessary adjustments. Highlight successful outcomes using real examples to demonstrate your expertise.

Provide an example of a significant manufacturing challenge you faced, the steps you took to analyze and solve it, and the positive impact your solution had on the project outcome. Focus on your problem-solving skills and collaboration with team members.

Talk about specific tools you are proficient in, such as CAD software, ERP systems, and any production planning tools. Explain how these tools have helped enhance your efficiency and effectiveness in the roles you've held, making sure to mention any relevant certifications.

Outline your experience with safety and quality assurance protocols, describing specific practices you implemented to maintain compliance. Emphasize your understanding of industry regulations and the importance of integrating these standards into manufacturing processes.

Discuss your leadership approach, citing examples of how you have led teams in previous roles. Highlight methods you use to motivate team members, such as setting clear objectives, providing feedback, and encouraging collaboration and innovation.

Provide examples of how you've successfully managed to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality. Discuss your time management and prioritization strategies, along with how you ensure effective communication among team members during high-pressure situations.

Share your insights on the importance of adopting new technology in the manufacturing field. Discuss how you stay informed about emerging technologies, and how you've implemented innovative solutions in past roles to improve manufacturing processes.

Describe how you collaborate with different departments, such as design, quality assurance, and supply chain management. Highlight your communication skills and how your ability to work cross-functionally has led to successful project outcomes.

Articulate your passion for defense technology and innovation, and how Anduril's mission aligns with your career goals. Emphasize your enthusiasm for contributing to a team focused on transforming military capabilities, and how your skills will add value to the organization.