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Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Actuation Systems

Anduril Industries · Costa Mesa, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago

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This role has been open
80 days
Anduril Industries's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
1% of Anduril Industries's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Anduril Industries
high
2216 stale, 67 reposted of 2,263 open
Hiring momentum
3233 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-22

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About this role

As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer for Mechanical Actuation Systems at Anduril Industries, you will lead the manufacturing development and production of high-performance mechanical actuators for military applications. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the transition from prototype to production, optimizing manufacturing processes, and providing technical guidance to ensure reliability in challenging environments. You will also engage in design collaboration, tooling implementation, and the development of comprehensive manufacturing documentation.

Our read on this posting2.4out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
1/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 12+ years of progressive manufacturing or design engineering experience, specifically with precision mechanical components, electromechanical hardware, or motion control systems.
  • Proven track record of driving significant technical initiatives, providing expert guidance, and mentoring engineers.
  • Demonstrated expertise in delivering complex electromechanical hardware (actuators, robotics) in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments.
  • Deep expertise in establishing and optimizing manufacturing environments, including MBOM creation, MES integration, and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) for actuator production.
  • Proficient with Siemens NX for CAD and Teamcenter for PLM software.

Nice to have

  • Hands-on experience with control systems, servo motors, or high-performance electromechanical components in aerospace, marine, or robotics.
  • Experience with harsh environment manufacturing considerations (e.g., sealing, corrosion prevention, vibration isolation, lubrication).
  • Familiarity with aerospace (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-810) or marine environmental testing and qualification standards.
  • Software scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automation, data analysis, or testbed control.
  • Experience with advanced manufacturing processes like precision grinding, gear cutting, or specialized surface treatments for critical components.

What you get

  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.
  • Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers.

Worth weighing

  • No specific information on the company's culture or team dynamics is provided.
  • The role requires a strong hands-on approach, which may not suit candidates preferring a more strategic or managerial focus.
  • The position involves working with high-performance defense hardware, which may come with unique challenges and pressures.
  • The salary range is provided but may vary based on various factors, and no specific benefits beyond the general package are detailed.

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Listed by Anduril Industries on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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