Director, Manufacturing Engineering

<div class="content-intro"><p>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.</p></div><p>We are seeking an experienced and strategic<strong>&nbsp;Director of Manufacturing Engineering</strong> to lead and oversee manufacturing engineering activities and systems across our flagship factory (Arsenal-1) in Columbus, OH. This senior leader will support both the development of new products and the scaling of high-volume production.<br>You will be responsible for driving operational performance and engineering excellence, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency while scaling production to meet business growth objectives. Your leadership will guarantee that rigorous manufacturing processes are in place, resulting in the consistent delivery of superior quality products. This role demands an innovative and adaptable approach to solving complex manufacturing challenges, driving advancements in digital tools, DfM/DfA, and automation in a highly dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be a results-oriented leader with deep expertise in lean manufacturing, process engineering, operational excellence, and team development.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><br><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></p> <ul> <li>Develop and implement a long-term manufacturing engineering strategy aligned with company goals.</li> <li>Drive innovation in manufacturing processes, automation, and technology adoption to enhance efficiency and scalability for both development and high-volume production.</li> <li>Architect the requirements and roadmaps for next-generation digital manufacturing tools to improve manufacturing design, analysis, and production efficiency.</li> <li>Build systems and processes to support the manufacturing design and production of classified products in compliance with security and regulatory requirements.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Team Leadership &amp; Development</strong></p> <ul> <li>Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers and technical staff.</li> <li>Build and maintain an engaged, motivated workforce through strong l