Manufacturing Engineer at Anduril Industries

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Problem-Solving, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering Drawings, GD&T, Technical Guidance, Production Metrics, Design for Manufacturing, Collaboration, Production Operations, Root Cause Analysis, MES, CAD Software

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

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 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. Anduril’s is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with a Mechanical / Process Engineering background to join our Team in Sydney, Australia. As Manufacturing Engineer, you will be the primary technical resource for the manufacturing floor, acting as the critical liaison between design engineering and production operations. This hands-on role is responsible for ensuring that complex defense systems are built efficiently, on-time, and to rigorous quality standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, excels at real-time problem-solving, and is passionate about driving continuous improvement to optimize production flow, quality, and cost. Executing on this responsibility will entail active collaboration with Anduril teams across Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Business Operations. The right person for this role can demonstrate past ownership on solving production challenges with creative solutions in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment. What You'll Do Serve as the first point of contact for production operators, technicians, and supervisors to resolve manufacturing issues in real-time. Investigate and resolve production line-down situations, assembly problems, process deviations, and tooling issues to minimize downtime and maintain schedule. Lead the disposition of Non-Conforming Reports (NCRs) and guide Material Review Board (MRB) activities for production-related defects, determining root cause and implementing immediate corrective actions. Provide clear and concise interpretation of engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions to the production team. Develop, maintain, and continuously improve detailed manufacturing work instructions, assembly guides, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure clarity, repeatability, and quality. Manage these requirements within Anduril’s MES. Manage the implementation of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) on the production floor, including updating documentation, coordinating tooling changes, and training operators on new procedures. Provide technical guidance to the production technicians and work with other engineers side-by-side, building prototype hardware for test and evaluation. Monitor and analyze key production metrics (yield, throughput, scrap rates, labor hours) to identify negative trends and lead projects to address them. Collaborate on the design and optimization of workstation and production line layouts to enhance ergonomics, safety, and efficiency. Work with design engineers to embed Design for Manufacturing (DFM) features and principles in product design. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and team engagement. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 3+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment (e.g., aerospace, defense, medical device, complex electronics). Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field. Proven ability to troubleshoot technical manufacturing issues and lead root cause analysis. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications, including a strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with operators, technicians, and senior management. Strong sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Prior knowledge and interaction with a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for production operations Prior knowledge of Oracle (ERP), Teamcenter (PLM) or similar systems. Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance (NV2). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Production line design and set up including Value Stream Mapping, material flow, workstation and tooling design. Experience with CAD software (Solidworks, Siemens/Teamcenter) Hands on experience in the design and manufacture of welded aluminium structures. Experience building engineering release workflows including BOM management with tools such as PLM, ERP and MES in a manufacturing environment. 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 US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits 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 US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) 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 associated with this role during the hiring process. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Engineer will serve as the primary technical resource for the manufacturing floor, resolving issues in real-time and ensuring efficient production of defense systems. Responsibilities include leading the disposition of Non-Conforming Reports, developing manufacturing work instructions, and collaborating with various teams to optimize production flow.