Manufacturing Optimization Leader

Anduril Industries • Lexington, MA

4h

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Optimization Lead, you will be instrumental in ensuring the consistent, safe, and efficient production of high-quality products. You will drive initiatives to enhance manufacturing capabilities, maintain operational excellence, and lead cross-functional teams to achieve production goals. This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record of commanding manufacturing environments and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing operations leadership, with a strong track record in driving production improvements and managing complex processes.
• Proven expertise in leading safety programs, implementing training, managing asset lifecycle and change control, and overseeing critical compliance standards (e.g., AS9100, FAR/DFAR).
• Demonstrated success in manufacturing optimization, including cost reduction, quality enhancement, productivity increases, and the application of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., 5S).
• Strong communication and project management skills, with the ability to articulate strategic initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and deliver concise leadership reports.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, including certifications or a proven track record of applying principles in projects.
• Experience integrating hardware, software, and firmware in end system products, encompassing functional and bring-up testing.
• Familiarity with Process Verification and Validation (V&V) practices, test cases, and overall strategy.
• Knowledge of manufacturing data systems and database structures (e.g., MySQL, Matlab, Airflow servers)

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent, safe, and efficient production by leading initiatives to enhance product output and operational capabilities.
• Champion manufacturing optimization, driving cost reduction, quality improvement, productivity gains, and continuous improvement activities (including 5S) to boost utilization and uptime.
• Manage process capability and efficiency initiatives to reduce cycle times, increase yield, and prevent escapes.
• Champion cross-training and safety programs ensuring adherence to procedures, current training, incident documentation, and proactive hazard correction.
• Improve equipment, data and systems capability, manage Capex & asset lifecycle and integrate physical best practices
• Lead digital tool enhancements and integrate systematic best practices
• Support compliance with AS9100, FAR/DFAR, and MRA/MRL assessments, while collaborating on digital tool enhancements and integrating best practices.

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