Anduril Industries

Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Turbine Engines

Anduril Industries$146K — $194K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in turbomachinery component manufacturing, aerospace, or defense industries.
  • Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, preferably NX or similar.
  • Knowledge of CNC machining and advanced manufacturing technologies.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Must be a U.S. Person for access to export controlled information.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement effective manufacturing processes for advanced turbine engines.
  • Specify and validate tooling and equipment for production goals.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure manufacturability of designs.
  • Optimize existing processes for better efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Develop manufacturing documentation including work instructions and quality plans.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
  • Evaluate new technologies and methodologies for manufacturing.
  • Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Manage manufacturing improvement projects and capacity expansions.
  • Provide technical support and training to production teams.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at minimal cost for US roles.
  • Full coverage of medical insurance premiums for UK and AUS roles.
  • Annual contribution towards private health insurance for IE roles.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage for all employees.
  • Generous PTO plans with additional supportive leave options.
  • Coverage for family planning and parenting support, including fertility treatments and adoption.
  • Free 24/7 mental health resources including therapy and coaching.
  • Annual reimbursement for professional development.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits tailored to your region.
  • Relocation assistance available based on eligibility.
Full Job Description


ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril Industries is seeking a skilled and innovative Turbomachinery Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for advanced turbine engines and their precision components used in our cutting-edge defense systems.

The right person for this role can demonstrate past holistic ownership on solving a technical challenge with a creative, physical, solution that they either personally manufacturing or oversaw manufacturing on, in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment. If you are someone who thrives in such an environment, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Design, develop, and implement robust, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes for advanced turbine engines and their precision components, from concept to production.
  • Specify, design, procure, and validate necessary tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment to support production goals and process requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability of turbomachinery designs, including DFx principles.
  • Optimize existing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and quality control plans
  • Conduct root cause analysis for manufacturing defects, non-conformances, or process inefficiencies, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
  • Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and methodologies.
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
  • Manage projects related to turbomachinery manufacturing improvements and capacity expansion.
  • Provide technical support to production teams and train personnel on new processes and equipment.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in turbomachinery component manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or high-performance industrial gas turbine industries.
  • Experience with CAD/CAM software, preferably NX or similar.
  • Familiarity with CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and other advanced manufacturing technologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience integrating automation, robotics, or advanced metrology systems (e.g., CMM, optical scanning) into manufacturing workflows.
  • Owned end-to-end equipment development and implementation
  • Designing and fabricating tooling, such as mandrels and other fixture jigs


US Salary Range

$146,000-$194,000 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:

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.

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
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2017

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