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Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Actuators

Anduril· Hardware Platform : Core Technology Products : Actuators
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Costa Mesa, California$191k - $253kFull-timePosted 6d ago

About the role

Manufacturing engineer focused on developing automated manufacturing lines and processes for actuators and drive systems, from concept to production, including DoE planning, equipment qualification, and optimization to improve yield, throughput, and cost.

Responsibilities

  • Develop new highly automated manufacturing and pilot lines from concept to production for new and existing products.
  • Drive development of new/innovative manufacturing processes from proof of concept through to full scale production that enable improved battery performance and/or cost
  • Plan and Execute DoEs to characterize boundary conditions and optimize process for manufacturability and quality
  • Own design/manufacturing liaison relationship to optimize product from an automation standpoint prior to release.
  • Drive equipment and process optimization to increase yield, throughput, and availability while reducing cost and lead-time
  • Manage installation, qualification, and ramp of development lines
  • Generate machine specifications, standards, and documentation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience developing and launching a manufacturing assembly line from concept to production with actuators or drive systems.
  • 7+ years of experience in manufacturing and design of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems, with at least 1 year specifically focused on electric motors or electromechanical actuators.
  • Proficiency in CAD software, specifically NX, for test fixture design, with an understanding of design for manufacturability for various methods (e.g., CNC, 3D printing).
  • A strong sense of urgency and adaptability in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.

Skills

Required:CAD (NX)Manufacturing Line Development

Benefits

  • Benefits information (listed as part of company-wide offering).
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees.
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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