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Senior Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, Intelligence Systems

at Anduril

Location

Ashville, Ohio, United States

Compensation

$113k–$149k USD

Type

full time

Posted

1 months ago

Job description

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.

ABOUT THE JOB

Anduril's Manufacturing Engineering is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Tooling Engineer to join our team in Ohio. The Manufacturing Engineering department develops and implements robust manufacturing processes and tooling solutions to ensure Anduril's defense products are produced efficiently, reliably, and at scale at Anduril.

As Manufacturing Tooling Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain innovative tooling systems that enhance our manufacturing capabilities and production efficiency. The right person for this role has strong mechanical design skills, expertise in CAD software, experience with tool fabrication processes, and knowledge of manufacturing systems integration. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex tooling challenges, and is passionate about supporting cutting-edge defense technology manufacturing with creative tooling solutions then this role is for you.

This role will be based temporarily at Santa Ana, CA for a 3 month training period before transitioning to Asheville, OH.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Build things that build things
Design and develop custom tooling, fixtures, and jigs to support manufacturing operations across multiple product lines
Design integrated end of arm tooling for manufacturing operations that demand high quality and repeatability
Create detailed technical drawings, 3D models, and specifications for tool fabrication using advanced CAD software
Troubleshoot and resolve tooling-related issues in production environments to minimize downtime
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and production staff to integrate tooling solutions with manufacturing systems
Conduct failure analysis on tooling and implement design improvements to enhance performance and durability. Develop and release PM procedures.
Manage tooling budgets, vendor relationships, and outside fabrication of specialized tooling
Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing costs and improving manufacturing throughput
Ensure all tooling designs comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field
8+ years of experience in manufacturing tooling design and implementation
Expert capability with (at least one) 3D CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, Inventor, or CATIA)
Demonstrated experience with tooling design for precision manufacturing processes
Knowledge of machining processes, materials properties, and manufacturing methods
Expert in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in defense, aerospace, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments
Knowledge of automation systems and integration with tooling solutions
Experience with tool lifecycle management and maintenance planning
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies
Background in rapid prototyping and iterative design

US Salary Range

$113,000—$149,000 USD

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:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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