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Tooling Design Engineer

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Costa Mesa, CA
120K-180K Annually
Senior level
Costa Mesa, CA
120K-180K Annually
Senior level
Lead and assist in designing tools and products for manufacturability. Engage in root cause analysis and enhance assembly processes for military technology.
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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.

WHAT YOU'LL DO 

  • Lead and assist the product development teams with new product designs to ensure manufacturability, validate process/technology
  • Own and execute tool designs using NX
  • Understand and communicate tool access and machine access needs
  • Establish methods of coordinating critical features and tolerance stack ups across manufacturing stages
  • Ability to select the best method of producing parts, tools or assemblies
  • Conduct root cause failure investigations and implement associated corrective actions


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 5+ years experience in production assembly/fabrication including, composites, metallic, and production manufacturing operations on air vehicles (manned or unmanned).
  • Demonstrated ability in distinguishing critical design differences between Prototype and Production tooling
  • Experience with detailed tooling requirements for composite manufacturing processes including lamination, curing, trimming, and bonding
  • Experience designing mechanical parts (CAD). Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc)
  • Familiar with material selection for a variety of design solutions.
  • Experience with ergonomic design considerations for tool end users
  • Ability to read and interpret laser tracking inspection reports
  • Display willingness to work and communicate in a team environment.
  • Experience and knowledgeable in GD&T
  • BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or equivalent Engineering discipline
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in NX/Teamcenter
  • 10+ years of experience in Tool Design
  • Experience with press molding, VARTM/RTM, and autoclave
  • Aviation, automotive passion demonstrated through certifications, licenses, or hobbies.
  • Hands on experience laminating parts.
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance

US Salary Range

$120,000-$180,000 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:

  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
    • For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
    • For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
  • Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
  • A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
  • Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
  • Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

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.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.

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