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Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Anduril· AFS : Counter Intrusion Engineering : Sentry Mechanical Engineering
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Irvine, CA$183k - $243kfull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Senior Manager overseeing mechanical/electromechanical engineering, leading a team to transition concepts into rugged, production-ready hardware and drive full-rate production across a family of systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Family of Systems Development from concept through production, ensuring integration, reliability, and performance across internal stakeholders.
  • Manage and mentor a team of ~5-6 Mechanical Engineers, driving technical execution and professional growth.
  • Oversee full-cycle Subsystem and Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) development, guiding requirements derivation, mechanical design and system integration, validation and reliability testing, and transition to manufacturing.
  • Ensure engineering excellence by overseeing design reviews, analysis, and hardware testing to ensure product reliability in harsh environments.
  • Coordinate with internal and manufacturing, quality, and reliability partners to ensure high-quality documentation required for production and delivery.
  • Support critical hardware demonstrations with internal and external customers as needed.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of mechanical/electromechanical design experience in a professional setting with engineering management experience.
  • Proven experience transitioning products from concepts into ruggedized fielded products. Experience with military hardware a plus.
  • 3D CAD proficiency (any platform) and ability to understand and apply GD&T to create high quality engineering drawings.
  • Experience with production processes, including machining, sheet metal, injection molding, welding, wire harnessing and 3D printing to inform design for manufacturability.
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Skills

Required:Mechanical design leadershipConcept to production development3D CAD and GD&TProduction/manufacturing processesSecurity clearance

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package (health, recovery, and related supports)
  • Equity grants in majority of full-time offers
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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