Manufacturing Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

About the job

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to transforming military capabilities through advanced technology. The company brings together the expertise, technology, and business models of leading 21st-century innovators to reshape the defense industry. Anduril's systems are powered by Lattice OS, an AI-driven operating system that integrates thousands of data streams into a real-time, 3D command and control center. As the world shifts into an era of strategic competition, Anduril aims to integrate cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technologies into military systems quickly, not over years.

What You'll Do

• Work hands-on with technicians and engineers to build and insulate metallic and composite solid rocket motor cases and tooling, closely collaborating with design engineering releases.
• Build composite nozzles and tooling, again in close collaboration with design engineering releases.
• Create tooling necessary for the manufacture of press-molded parts.
• Write manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, MBOMs, quality plans, inspection requirements, non-conformances, and inspections alongside a team of technicians and inspectors.
• Serve as a bridge between engineering technical data packages and technicians to ensure hardware and tooling are manufactured as designed/analyzed.
• Solve manufacturing problems in a schedule-driven environment, adhering to detailed specifications and requirements to achieve the desired quality.
• Develop manufacturing processes to reduce risk as the product transitions from prototyping to final production.
• Drive work cell design and optimization to maintain and manage quality and efficiency targets.
• Collaborate with Program Managers to inform critical decision points to ensure timely delivery.
• Participate in RCCAs alongside the quality team to eliminate production barriers and recurring issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technology-related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably in manufacturing solid rocket motor cases and/or nozzles.
• A genuine interest in manufacturing and a strong desire to learn.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, including GD&T.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (NX preferred).
• Experience with MS Office and/or project management software.
• Demonstrated in-kind or direct team leadership skills, with examples to back up claims.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret clearance.
• The ability to relocate to Morrisville, NC, if not already local.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, automotive, and/or energy facilities.
• Experience working within AS9100/NADCAP accredited manufacturing facilities.
• Experience with metallic case and nozzle manufacturing processes (including autoclave processing, EPDM rubber processing, secondary bonding, hydraulic press processing, etc.).
• Experience operating within a Digital Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
• Understanding of CNC machining operations and limitations (5-axis routers, lathes, mills, etc.).

Pay

The salary range for this role is $89,000—$120,000 USD. 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:

• Comprehensive health coverage
• Recovery support programs
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities

Benefits

Anduril offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Recovery support programs
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities

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