Drafter, Counter Intrusion

Anduril • Irvine, CA

4d

About The Position

Anduril’s Air and Ground Deterrence Division develops integrated robotic systems for multi-domain situational awareness and force protection. Its Sentry Hardware team integrates the Sentry Family of Systems, with the Sentry Hardware Engineering Team responsible for development from architecture and ruggedized hardware design through verification, integration, and testing.

The Sentry Engineering team develops AI-enabled hardware systems that provide autonomous awareness across land, sea, and air. The Drafter will join the team in Irvine, California, supporting ruggedized product introduction and scaling legacy design concepts to full-rate production. The role supports approximately 20 Mechanical Engineers by establishing consistent drawing standards, leading drawing-package creation, and improving the quality and clarity of legacy drawings, CAD files, and related documentation. The Drafter will work closely with the three Sentry Mechanical Engineering leads, educate junior engineers, and strengthen engineering documentation across the team.

Requirements

• Proficiency in 3D CAD on any platform and ability to understand and apply GD&T to create high-quality engineering drawings.
• At least 5 years of professional computer-aided design experience in defense or consumer product design.
• Associate degree in Computer Design, CAD, Graphics, or a related field.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive experience with NX/Teamcenter.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with manufacturing configuration management and revision control in complex production assemblies.
• Experience developing ruggedized electromechanical assemblies from concept to low-rate production for automotive, space, or military applications.
• Experience with production processes—including machining, sheet metal, injection molding, welding, wire harnessing, and 3D printing—to inform design for manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Own the quality of drawings and CAD files across the Sentry Mechanical Engineering team.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure CAD designs and released documentation meet internal and government standards.
• Mentor junior engineers on drawing and CAD processes, engineering standards, and best practices.
• Work with Sustainment, Manufacturing Engineering, and Configuration Management to release and update legacy and new product design files.
• Help define consistent drawing standards and lead drawing-package creation.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers.
• Top-tier comprehensive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree