Anduril Industries

RF Manufacturing Engineer

Anduril Industries$111K — $147K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in electronics or RF hardware production
  • Familiarity with RF Test Software (e.g., Keysight IO)
  • Experience with SMT, soldering, and board-level integration processes
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and RF specifications
  • Hands-on troubleshooting skills with RF hardware using test equipment
  • Strong problem-solving skills utilizing structured methodologies
  • Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for RF electronic assemblies
  • Maintain documentation for manufacturing processes including assembly instructions
  • Troubleshoot complex RF manufacturing issues on the production line
  • Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing processes through data analysis
  • Support design-for-manufacturability with real-time feedback to engineers
  • Develop and validate test procedures for electronic products and RF systems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions
  • Support hardware demonstrations to understand manufacturing requirements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and recovery support
  • Competitive benefits available at little to no cost
  • Support for professional growth
  • Access to a collaborative team environment
  • Opportunities for equity grants as part of the compensation package
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Battlespace Awareness Radar team develops state-of-the-art radar systems to tackle significant security challenges for America and its allies. The team is seeking an RF Manufacturing Engineer to help bridge the gap between radar hardware design and scalable production. They are responsible for all aspects of radar system development, from ideation through initial production. In this role, you will work closely with interdisciplinary technical teams - including RF engineers, systems engineers, and operations - to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for complex RF and electronic assemblies, ensuring radar systems transition smoothly from prototype to full-rate production.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Own the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for RF electronic assemblies, from initial prototyping through transition to full production.
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing process documentation including assembly instructions, workflow/routing, inspection plans, and tool and fixture designs for RF hardware and electronic subassemblies.
  • Troubleshoot complex electrical and RF manufacturing issues on the production line, applying root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies to permanently resolve problems.
  • Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing processes through data analysis, process capability studies, and application of best practices to improve yield, reduce cycle time, and decrease cost.
  • Support design-for-manufacturability efforts by providing real-time feedback to RF and electrical design engineers on producibility, component selection, and assembly constraints.
  • Develop and validate test procedures and fixtures for electronic products, components, and RF systems to ensure production quality and performance.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with design engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations teams to support new product introductions with accelerated time to market.
  • Support critical customer-facing hardware demonstrations and use these interactions to better understand manufacturing requirements and end-user needs.
  • Travel to test sites, supplier facilities, or partner locations as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering field
  • 3+ years of engineering experience in an electronics or RF hardware production environment
  • Familiarity with RF Test Software such as Keysight IO library suite (BenchVue), NIMAX or equivalent
  • Demonstrated experience with manufacturing processes for electronic assemblies, including SMT, soldering (J-STD-001 or equivalent), and board-level integration
  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics and RF-specific specifications
  • Hands-on troubleshooting skills with electronic and RF hardware, including the use of test equipment such as network analyzers, signal & spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes
  • Strong problem-solving skills with experience applying root cause/corrective action (RCCA) or similar structured methodologies
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience with RF design principals and RF-specific manufacturing processes such as waveguide assembly, antenna array fabrication, microwave component integration, or radar T/R module production
  • Experience with RF and Antenna testing such as S-parameter characterization and antenna pattern measurement
  • Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES), SAP, or similar production management tools
  • Experience with ECAD tools (e.g., Altium) for reviewing designs, troubleshooting issues and developing tooling/fixtures
  • Experience interfacing with RF test equipment through manufacturer protocols (eg SCPI, GPIB, etc)
  • Experience with programming or scripting (e.g., Python, VBA, SQL,) for process automation and data analysis
  • Knowledge of EMI/EMC constraints and their impact on manufacturing and assembly processes
  • Experience supporting the manufacture of complex electronic systems for defense or aerospace applications
  • Experience leading or mentoring junior manufacturing engineers


US Salary Range

$111,000-$147,000 USD

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:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that develops advanced systems for the military. The company was founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, Trae Stephens, and Matt Grimm, and has since grown to become a major player in the defense industry. Anduril's products include autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and other advanced technologies that are designed to enhance military capabilities. The company has received significant funding from investors and has partnerships with several major defense contractors. Anduril is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
Learn more about Anduril Industries
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200 employees
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Founded
2017

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