Anduril Industries is hiring: Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Quincy

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a real‑time, 3‑D 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 the Team Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of ocean exploration. Our platform delivers an ultra‑long‑range, full‑ocean‑depth vehicle and a flexible manufacturing architecture that scales from “large” to “extra‑large” sizes. We are executing on multi‑million‑dollar contracts while performing Robot‑as‑a‑Service (RaaS) AUV operations. We need motivated candidates who thrive in a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative environment focused on subsea robotics and open ocean exploration. About the Job We are looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in the Boston, MA area. In this role, you will be responsible for rapidly iterating and building the next generation of cutting‑edge Autonomous Underwater Vehicles. You will own Design for Manufacturability (DFM), tool design & selection, process creation & optimization, vendor sourcing & interaction, quality planning, and work documentation. As conduit to our core manufacturing team, you will ensure realization of key design elements and core capabilities. What You’ll Do Design and optimize production processes for efficiency, scalability, and quality Create and review technical drawings, blueprints, and process maps Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality, and increase productivity Utilize Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to enhance manufacturing operations Oversee the execution of manufacturing projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards Coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including Design, Quality, and Supply Chain, to ensure smooth production ramp‑up for new products Advise on development and oversee implementation of digital technologies, from PLM and ERP to our custom MES and QMS systems, that enable our production operations to efficiently scale while meeting customer requirements Be accountable to AS9100D guidelines Travel to co‑locate with end‑users and/or other teams up to 25% of the time Collaborate with suppliers to improve material quality and negotiate cost‑effective solutions Mentor and support junior engineers and manufacturing staff Stay abreast of technological advancements and industry trends to drive innovation within the manufacturing processes Required Qualifications Degree in a technical field such as engineering, math, or a hard science 5+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably manufacturing, shipbuilding, or large complex electromechanical systems Demonstrated ability to creatively deliver electromechanical hardware in a fast‑paced environment Demonstrated technical leadership skills with an expertise in manufacturing Personal experience physically manufacturing hardware via any means (machining, fabrication, soldering, assembly, etc.) A strong passion for manufacturing and a thirst for continuous improvement Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications Experience in maritime robotics (AUVs, UUVs, USVs, subsea sensors) Experience working with electrical systems, including high voltage buses Subsea cable splicing or fabrication experience Experience with pressure vessels and/or industrial pressure test equipment Prior experience working with JIRA, Siemens NX, Teamcenter (PLM), or Oracle (ERP) or equivalents Experience with large‑scale high‑mix manufacturing at different stages of product maturity US Salary Range $129,000—$171,000 USD Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans Life and disability insurance for all employees Paid time off with a holiday hiatus in December Caregiver & wellness leave Family planning & parenting support, including fertility treatments and adoption coverage Mental health resources with 24/7 access Professional development reimbursement Relocation assistance (where eligible) Retirement savings plan (401(k) options) #J-18808-Ljbffr