Anduril Industries
Senior Production Automation Engineer
Anduril Industries, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
Overview
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
About This Job Anduril’s Manufacturing team is seeking a Senior Production Automation Engineer. In your first 3-6 months, you’ll focus on developing production line automation equipment for individual products. As you progress, you’ll take on larger projects designing, building, testing, and productionizing factory systems that will be deployed across multiple production lines and locations.
What You’ll Do
Design and implement high-volume production automation systems
Develop user interfaces for automation equipment
Integrate automation equipment into core company systems (ERP/MES/PLM)
Design standard automation and control hardware and software platforms (e.g. universal robotic cells, common PLC controllers)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, production, design engineering, and software engineering
Scale automation systems across multiple production locations
Develop and maintain infrastructure for controls and automation
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
4+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment
Proven experience building and maintaining high-volume production automation systems
Strong background in automation and control design
Experience leading or contributing to teams that have built out infrastructure for controls and automation
Demonstrated ability to develop automation systems deployed at scale across multiple locations
Proficiency in scripting for test automation
Software experience, including ability to write and debug automation code
Strong electrical engineering background, including design of electronics/mechatronics
Excellent cross-functional communication skills
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with 3rd party integrators for automation
6+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment
Robotic programming and mechatronics software development skills
Custom tooling, fixturing, and/or conveyance design experience
Broad knowledge of automation and controls, including conveyance, robotics, fastening/dispensing, and material movement
Familiarity with production processes for defense and aerospace products
Salary US Salary Range: $146,000—$194,000 USD
Healthcare Benefits Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Details vary by region.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection: life and disability insurance
Generous time off, including PTO and caregiver/wellness leave
Family Planning & Parenting Support: coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and related resources
Mental Health Resources: 24/7 access to mental health resources and related work-life services
Professional Development: annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits and Relocation Assistance (where applicable)
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax options
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details during the hiring process.
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
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About This Job Anduril’s Manufacturing team is seeking a Senior Production Automation Engineer. In your first 3-6 months, you’ll focus on developing production line automation equipment for individual products. As you progress, you’ll take on larger projects designing, building, testing, and productionizing factory systems that will be deployed across multiple production lines and locations.
What You’ll Do
Design and implement high-volume production automation systems
Develop user interfaces for automation equipment
Integrate automation equipment into core company systems (ERP/MES/PLM)
Design standard automation and control hardware and software platforms (e.g. universal robotic cells, common PLC controllers)
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, production, design engineering, and software engineering
Scale automation systems across multiple production locations
Develop and maintain infrastructure for controls and automation
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
4+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment
Proven experience building and maintaining high-volume production automation systems
Strong background in automation and control design
Experience leading or contributing to teams that have built out infrastructure for controls and automation
Demonstrated ability to develop automation systems deployed at scale across multiple locations
Proficiency in scripting for test automation
Software experience, including ability to write and debug automation code
Strong electrical engineering background, including design of electronics/mechatronics
Excellent cross-functional communication skills
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with 3rd party integrators for automation
6+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment
Robotic programming and mechatronics software development skills
Custom tooling, fixturing, and/or conveyance design experience
Broad knowledge of automation and controls, including conveyance, robotics, fastening/dispensing, and material movement
Familiarity with production processes for defense and aerospace products
Salary US Salary Range: $146,000—$194,000 USD
Healthcare Benefits Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Details vary by region.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection: life and disability insurance
Generous time off, including PTO and caregiver/wellness leave
Family Planning & Parenting Support: coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and related resources
Mental Health Resources: 24/7 access to mental health resources and related work-life services
Professional Development: annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits and Relocation Assistance (where applicable)
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax options
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details during the hiring process.
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
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