Manufacturing Engineer – High Vacuum & Cryogenic Systems

Anduril Industries • Hudson, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Anduril AIRS provides high-performance cooled infrared imaging solutions, encompassing IDCAs (Integrated Detector Cooler Assemblies), modules, and cameras. We achieve this through state-of-the-art technologies, advanced designs, and vertically integrated manufacturing processes. Our core strength lies in delivering customized, mission-critical imaging capabilities to system integrators and instrumentation manufacturers facing unique, challenging, and complex thermal imaging needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience in high-vacuum manufacturing).
• 4+ years of hands-on engineering experience in a high-vacuum (HV) or ultra-high vacuum (UHV) manufacturing environment (semi-conductor, aerospace, or cryogenics preferred).
• Deep understanding of vacuum physics, gas dynamics, outgassing phenomena, and material compatibility in vacuum.
• Proficiency in helium leak detection methodology (inside-out, outside-in, and sniffing techniques).
• Experience interpreting RGA scan data and troubleshooting vacuum pump stack configurations.
• Familiarity with liquid nitrogen (LN2) handling, cryogenic heat transfer, and thermal performance testing.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent), Microsoft Excel/data analysis tools, and modern PLM/MES software.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) software is a plus.
• Prior experience with IDCA manufacturing, Dewar fabrication, or infrared sensor packaging is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, characterize, and optimize vacuum bakeout, pinch-off, and cryogenic processing procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle times, eliminate waste, and maximize yield for IDCA production.
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Residual Gas Analyzer (RGA) instrumentation. Analyze mass spectra to monitor outgassing, evaluate gas composition, establish process baselines, and detect trace contaminants or virtual leaks.
• Specify, source, and integrate advanced high-vacuum hardware (turbomolecular, cryopumps, ion pumps, dry scroll pumps) and helium leak detectors.
• Design custom tooling, fixtures, and vacuum manifolds (using CAD/SolidWorks) to improve manufacturing ergonomics and throughput.
• Lead troubleshooting and engineering investigations for complex system-level failures, vacuum degradation, or thermal performance issues.
• Implement robust corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Author, update, and standardize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process routers, and manufacturing work instructions.
• Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) to monitor critical vacuum parameters and equipment health.
• Partner with Design, Quality, and Facilities teams to design cleanroom-compatible processes (ISO 5/Class 100), execute equipment qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ), and transition new products from R&D to high-volume manufacturing.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package.
• Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Benefits At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.

What This Job Offers

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