Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Space Systems

Anduril
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 166,000 - 220,000 annuallyFunction: Industrial, Process & Manufacturing EngineeringExperience: 12+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Leadership","Mentoring","Cross-functional collaboration","Problem-solving"]

Lead manufacturing strategy and execution for space spacecraft hardware, overseeing design for manufacturability, advanced processes, tooling, supplier management, and quality systems across PCBAs, box-level assemblies, electro‑optical instruments, and integrated spacecraft systems. Drive DFx, MES/ERP optimization, and cross‑functional collaboration while mentoring engineers and delivering high‑reliability hardware on aggressive timelines.

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Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Space Systems

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Job Summary

Lead manufacturing strategy and execution for space spacecraft hardware, overseeing design for manufacturability, advanced processes, tooling, supplier management, and quality systems across PCBAs, box-level assemblies, electro‑optical instruments, and integrated spacecraft systems. Drive DFx, MES/ERP optimization, and cross‑functional collaboration while mentoring engineers and delivering high‑reliability hardware on aggressive timelines.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Industrial, Process & Manufacturing Engineering

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for PCBAs, box-level assemblies, electro-optical instruments, and integrated spacecraft systems, ensuring compliance with space-grade standards (IPC-610/620 Class 3, NASA-STD-8739 series)
  • •Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM/DFA) initiatives from concept through production, partnering with design engineers to optimize producibility, yield, and cost while providing hands-on technical leadership to manufacturing technicians
  • •Own quality assurance for assigned manufacturing processes, lead root cause analyses (RCA) and corrective actions for non-conformances, and proactively mitigate risks through PFMEA, process validation, and quality planning
  • •Specify, qualify, and deploy advanced assembly tools, fixtures, test equipment, and automation solutions, including custom tooling design using CAD/3D modeling capabilities
  • •Implement and optimize Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ERP/MRP workflows, and digital manufacturing tools to enhance traceability, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 166,000 - 220,000 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kPensionEquityRemote WorkPaid LeaveChildcareWellness StipendLearning BudgetHome OfficeMeal AllowanceAnnual BonusRelocation

Key Requirements

  • •12+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace, space systems, aviation, defense, or other high-reliability industries, with a proven track record leading complex manufacturing programs from development through production
  • •Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline required
  • •Deep knowledge of aerospace and high-reliability electronics standards, including IPC-610/620 Class 3, IPC J-STD-001 Space Addendum, and NASA-STD-8739 series (soldering, wire harness, conformal coating)
  • •Expert-level understanding of PCBA manufacturing processes (SMT, through-hole, conformal coating, potting, component selection/screening) and strong technical knowledge of box-level assembly (cabling, harnessing, mechanical integration, thermal management, EMI/EMC)
  • •Hands-on experience implementing and optimizing MES, ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Odoo, Aligni), digital work instructions, and manufacturing process controls (SPC, Lean, Six Sigma)
  • •Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, PFMEA), driving corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and developing/executing process validation, FAI, and manufacturing qualification plans
  • •Ability to influence design for manufacturability and collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems design teams, with experience designing or specifying custom tooling, fixtures, and test equipment for complex assemblies
  • •Strong technical communication skills with ability to present to cross-functional teams and executive leadership, and proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations
  • •Experience mentoring and developing junior engineers and technicians
  • •Proven success in fast-paced, startup, or rapid development environments while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and quality, with a hands-on mindset and willingness to work directly on the manufacturing floor alongside technicians
  • •Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance
Experience:12+ yearsAerospaceDefenseHigh-reliability
Education:Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering
Skills:LeadershipMentoringCross-functional collaborationProblem-solving
Certifications:Green BeltBlack BeltLean Six Sigma
Languages:En
Tech Stack:IPC-610IPC-620NASA-STD-8739SMTThrough-holeConformal coatingPottingBox-level assemblyPCBAsMESERP/MRPSAPOracleOdooAligniDigital work instructionsSPCLeanSix Sigma8D

Eligibility

Security Clearance:Top Secret

Company Brief

Anduril
Designs and builds advanced defense systems combining autonomous aircraft, sensors, and AI-driven software for military and national security applications, focused on modernizing battlefield capabilities and distributed sensing.
Industry: Defense Technology
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Scaleup
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: Costa Mesa, United States
Founded: 2017
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