Manufacturing Specialist, Space

The posting, as Anduril wrote it

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 TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Manufacturing Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for the assembly and integration of ground support equipment, flight components, and integrated systems that are vital to our aerospace and defense operations. You will assemble flight and non-flight hardware, construct test racks and electrical ground support equipment, and support PCBA, unit, and vehicle-level build, integration, and test campaigns. This will require expertise in mechanical and electrical assembly, precision measuring, interpreting schematics, soldering and electrical troubleshooting, and proficiency with both power and hand tools. If you are someone who thrives in a high-precision, fast-paced environment and is committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and quality, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assemble flight and non-flight hardware, ensuring adherence to stringent quality standards.
• Construct test racks and electrical ground support equipment for integration and testing.
• Support PCBA, unit level (avionics and EO/IR), and vehicle-level build, integration, and test campaigns, contributing to successful operational outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineers to design and implement tooling solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality.
• Develop processes for electrical tests and checkouts, as well as mechanical assembly and development processes.
• Investigate and resolve non-conformances, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments to ensure components meet specifications.
• Interpret schematics and provide constructive feedback to engineering teams to improve designs.
• Employ soldering and electrica

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