Principal Process Engineer

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

We are seeking an experienced Principal Process Engineer to lead the scaling and optimization of our ALITEC manufacturing processes. This role is critical to ensuring the efficiency, quality, and scalability of our production operations, directly contributing to the advancement of our defense technology solutions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the development and optimization of coatings processes for moisture-sensitive powders, ensuring scalability for full-rate production.
• Work closely with R&D and production teams to ensure seamless scaling of technologies from pilot to full production.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and enforce strict quality control measures and safety protocols in an inert processing environment.
• Troubleshoot and improve the integration of coating processes, including the adaptation of current processes to meet high production demands.
• Drive process efficiency improvements to meet aggressive production goals and deadlines.
• Identify and resolve complex manufacturing challenges, implementing effective solutions to enhance operational performance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in process engineering in a production environment.
• Expertise in handling moisture-sensitive materials and solvent-based systems in controlled environments.
• Strong knowledge of polymer-metal matrix systems, including high solids content formulations.
• Familiarity with thin-film coating techniques and powder handling methods.
• Hands-on experience with scaling production processes and transitioning from R&D to manufacturing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in glovebox or inert atmosphere operations.
• Background in high-volume manufacturing environments with a focus on coatings or polymer extrusion.
• Knowledge of advanced analytical techniques for assessing material properties and process outcomes.

US Salary Range$108,800—$163,200 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 plannin