Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
Anduril’s Manufacturing team is seeking a Senior Production Automation Engineer to join our team. In your first 3-6 months, you'll focus on developing production line automation equipment for individual products. As you progress in the role, you'll take on larger projects designing, building, testing, and productionize factory systems that will be deployed across multiple production lines and locations.
WHAT YOU’LL DO- Design and implement high-volume production automation systems
- Develop user interfaces for automation equipment
- Integrate automation equipment into core company systems (ERP/MES/PLM)
- Design standard automation and control hardware and software platforms (e.g. universal robotic cells, common PLC controllers)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, production, design engineering, and software engineering
- Scale automation systems across multiple production locations
- Develop and maintain infrastructure for controls and automation
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- 4+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment
- Proven experience building and maintaining high-volume production automation systems
- Strong background in automation and control design
- Experience leading or contributing to teams that have built out infrastructure for controls and automation
- Demonstrated ability to develop automation systems deployed at scale across multiple locations
- Proficiency in scripting for test automation
- Software experience, including ability to write and debug automation code
- Strong electrical engineering background, including design of electronics/mechatronics
- Excellent cross-functional communication skills
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
- Experience working with 3rd party integrators for automation
- 6+ years of machine safety experience in a production environment
- Robotic programming and mechatronics software development skills
- Custom tooling, fixturing, and/or conveyance design experience
- Broad knowledge of automation and controls, including conveyance, robotics, fastening/dispensing, and material movement
- Familiarity with production processes for defense and aerospace products
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. 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:
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.
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
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