Director, Manufacturing Development

ANDURIL INDUSTRIES•Costa Mesa, CA

42d•$220,000 - $292,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Director of Manufacturing Development to lead the strategic development, execution, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes across our organization. You will lead a team dedicated to developing robust manufacturing processes for our diverse product portfolio, addressing challenges from high product complexity to high-volume automation and process optimization. This role requires both technical expertise and strategic vision - you'll anticipate future manufacturing needs while addressing immediate production requirements, balancing short-term deliverables with long-term capability development. As our company continues its rapid growth, you'll be instrumental in building the manufacturing foundation that supports our expanding product lines and increasing production volumes.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering (or related field).
You have 5+ years of experience as manufacturing engineering, manufacturing operations, design engineering, digital manufacturing, program management, or engineering transformation.
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Experience in managing New Product Introduction (NPI) and scaling production for high-growth environments.
Familiar with Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Test Execution Systems (TES).
Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization.
Strong knowledge of automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Upstream or Downstream experience relative to Manufacturing - Supply Chain, Finance, Business Development, Field Deployment, Design, etc.
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a strategy to develop the manufacturing process for new products aligned with company goals.
Drive innovation in manufacturing processes, automation, and technology adoption to enhance efficiency and scalability for both development and high-volume production.
Partner with R&D and product development teams to ensure seamless transition of new products from design to production and develop scalable processes to support rapid growth and adapt to a highly dynamic production environment
Define KPIs, measure performance, and ensure alignment with operational and business objectives for manufacturing development.
Drive Design for Manufacturability, Assembly, Automation, Test, Quality, Cost, etc. (DFx) principles during product development, ensuring smooth scaling into production.
Develop and enforce DFx best practices and design rules across engineering teams, incorporating lessons learned from previous projects.
Develop tools and best practices for DFx reviews and Virtual Builds to address design and process issues early in development cycle and ensure alignment with production capabilities.
Create manufacturing documentation, including process flows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and engineering requirements specifications.
Develop manufacturing procedures and documentation that meet safety, quality, and regulatory compliance standards, including classified product handling.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers and technical staff.
Foster cross-functional collaboration across Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Development teams.
Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Manage budgets, resources, and staffing for the manufacturing development department.

Benefits

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.