CAD Systems Architect
About The Position
The CAD Systems Architect designs, implements, and maintains Anduril’s enterprise CAD ecosystem. The role bridges engineering, IT, and business operations to align CAD platforms, tools, and workflows with organizational goals and support efficient product development. As the technical authority for CAD strategy, governance, and integration, the architect partners with cross-functional teams to advance innovation, standardization, and operational excellence. The role is part of the Engineering Systems and Tools team, which builds and maintains internal systems, applications, and infrastructure used across engineering, including the CAD, PLM, and engineering data ecosystem. The team’s work supports mechanical and electrical engineers in designing, iterating, and delivering products.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of experience with CAD systems in engineering environments.
- At least 3 years in a CAD administration, architecture, or leadership role.
- Proven experience with PLM/PDM platforms; Teamcenter is preferred.
- High proficiency in one or more major CAD platforms; NX is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of CAD file formats, translators, and data exchange standards.
- Programming or scripting experience with Python, C#, VBA, Lisp, or CAD-specific APIs.
- Experience with version control and system configuration management.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, automotive, or medical devices.
- Knowledge of Model-Based Definition (MBD) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
- Familiarity with AI/ML applications in CAD and generative design.
- Experience leading enterprise-wide CAD transformations or migrations.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate emerging CAD technologies.
- Develop long-term strategies for CAD infrastructure and integrations.
- Support the establishment of CAD standards, best practices, and governance policies.
- Design scalable CAD system architectures that support multi-site collaboration.
- Architect integrations between MCAD, ECAD, and PLM applications.
- Ensure interoperability across CAD platforms and file formats, including STEP, IGES, and JT.
- Partner with engineering teams to understand design workflow needs.
- Work with IT to ensure infrastructure supports CAD performance requirements.
- Provide technical leadership to CAD administrators and support staff.
- Support CAD documentation, standards, and templates.
Benefits
- Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of total compensation.
- Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, described as comprehensive and competitive and available at little to no cost to employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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