Industrial Engineer

Anduril Industries • Costa Mesa, CA

4h

About The Position

As an Industrial Engineer on the Production Control team, you will develop and maintain discrete event simulation models and critical chain schedules that drive production planning for Anduril's advanced AI factory. You will use simulation and modeling tools to visualize production systems, identify bottlenecks, and optimize resource allocation—translating analytical insights into actionable production control decisions. You will also integrate technology into daily workflows by writing scripts and building automated processes that increase the team's throughput and decision speed. This is a hands-on role for someone with strong Operations Research fundamentals who is eager to apply simulation, optimization, and scripting to real manufacturing problems at scale.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
• 2+ years of experience in simulation modeling, production planning, or industrial engineering
• Foundational knowledge of discrete event simulation concepts and at least one DES platform (FlexSim, Simio, AnyLogic, Arena, or equivalent)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Willingness to integrate new technology into workflows — writing scripts, automating processes, and adopting tools that accelerate the team
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (Python, Excel, or similar)
• Ability to work directly with manufacturing teams to implement process improvements based on simulation and analytical results
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or coursework emphasis in Operations Research, simulation, or optimization
• Experience with critical chain project management concepts or tools (Aurora from Stottler Henke, ProChain, or similar)
• Experience scripting or building automated workflows to support production planning or engineering processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing environments—shipyard, aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing
• Programming skills in Python for custom analysis, automation, and integration
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Theory of Constraints, or Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience with digital twin concepts or integration of simulation with production systems (MES/ERP)
• Internship or project experience in factory layout, capacity planning, or production scheduling

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain discrete event simulation (DES) models of maritime manufacturing processes to support production planning and facility layout decisions
• Build and operate critical chain project management models to drive production scheduling and resource leveling
• Write scripts and build technology-driven workflows to automate production control tasks and streamline planning processes
• Collaborate with manufacturing technology teams to validate simulation assumptions against physical reality and implement process improvements
• Provide data-driven analysis to support capital equipment investments, make-vs-buy decisions, and capacity planning
• Create visualizations and reports that enable cross-functional teams (design, ops, finance, leadership) to understand factory behavior and make informed decisions
• Identify production bottlenecks, resource conflicts, and capacity constraints before they become expensive problems

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level