Low Observable Coatings Process Engineer

Anduril Industries • Costa Mesa, CA

99d • $128,000 - $185,000

About The Position

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. Anduril’s Manufacturing team is seeking a Low Observable Coatings Process Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing Team is responsible for rapidly iterating and building cutting-edge defense hardware, including static equipment, moving ground equipment, and flight vehicles. This responsibility includes everything in the manufacturing value-chain, including, but not limited to, Design for Manufacturability work, tool design & selection, process creation & optimization, vendor sourcing & interaction, quality planning, and work documentation associated with the hardware that the Manufacturing Engineer owns.

Requirements

• Degree in a technical field such as engineering, math, or a hard science.
• 5+ years of experience in coatings manufacturing, preferably in LO/survivability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to creatively deliver in a resource-constrained environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective work with cross-functional teams.
• A genuine interest in manufacturing and thirst for learning.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Ability to travel domestically/internationally, up to 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with LO and survivability coatings is preferred but not required.
• Personal experience physically manufacturing hardware via any means (machining, fabrication, soldering, assembly, etc.). Work on personal or extracurricular projects is a plus.
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for coatings, including but not limited to, LO and survivability applications.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure effective integration of coating processes.
• Utilize metrics and data analysis to identify and address systemic issues within coating processes.
• Apply first principles thinking to develop innovative solutions that enhance product performance.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to align on project goals and timelines.
• Facilitate communication between engineering, production, and quality assurance teams.
• Write documentation required for successfully manufacturing their hardware at scale, such as work instructions, quality plans, inspection requirements, etc.
• Work with technicians and other engineers hands-on, building prototype hardware.

Benefits

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
• For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees