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Mechanical Engineer

Anduril· Manufacturing : Rocket Motor Systems Production : Manufacturing Engineer - DevOps
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McHenry, MS$77k - $149kFull-timePosted 3w ago

About the role

Anduril's Production Engineering Team seeks a Mechanical Engineer to own the design, development, and implementation of production tooling for advanced solid rocket motors (SRMs), driving end-to-end tooling lifecycle from concept to full production release.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of specialized manufacturing tooling for solid rocket motors, from initial concept and detailed design through prototyping, validation, full release, and successful implementation on the factory floor.
  • Serve as the design authority for tooling including jigs, fixtures, molds (for propellant casting, insulation, etc.), assembly aids, test fixtures, and specialized ground support equipment for SRM production.
  • Drive the design process using CAD, engineering analysis (FEA, DFM, DFA), and simulation to ensure tooling is robust, repeatable, ergonomic, and optimized for high-rate manufacturing.
  • Own prototyping and validation phases: fabrication, assembly, testing, and iterative design improvements for optimal performance and manufacturability.
  • Lead the transition from design to full production release with documentation, work instructions, maintenance procedures, and quality control plans for owned tooling.
  • Collaborate with internal manufacturing teams, quality engineers, and external vendors to define tooling requirements, manage fabrication, troubleshoot issues, and improve tooling performance and lifespan.
  • Apply DFM and DFA principles to both product and tooling designs to ensure scalable production processes.
  • Act as a primary technical resource for tooling throughout the manufacturing value chain.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related technical field.
  • 3-8+ years of professional experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on manufacturing or production engineering.
  • Proven track record of holistic ownership over mechanical design projects from concept through full production release and implementation.
  • Direct experience designing, prototyping, and implementing production-grade manufacturing tooling (e.g., jigs, fixtures, molds, assembly aids, test fixtures).
  • Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA) and demonstrable experience with FEA for mechanical analysis and design validation.
  • Strong understanding of DFM and DFA principles for product and tooling designs.
  • Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, welding, additive manufacturing, casting, composite fabrication) and their application in tooling design.
  • Experience with GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
  • Self-starter who can work with minimal guidance and overcome obstacles.
  • U.S. Person status is required for access to export controlled data.

Skills

Required:3D CAD (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA)Finite Element Analysis (FEA)Design for Manufacturability (DFM)Design for Assembly (DFA)GD&T ASME Y14.5Tooling Design (jigs, fixtures, molds, assembly aids, test fixtures)Manufacturing ProcessesProject OwnershipCommunication/Documentation
Nice to have:Vendor Management

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees (health, recovery, and related supports).
  • Competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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