# Director of Manufacturing Engineering, Imaging at Anduril

- Company: Anduril
- What the company does: Anduril Industries builds advanced autonomous systems and defense technology to protect US and allied forces. Creating the future of national security through AI, robotics, and cutting-edge engineering. Backed by General Catalyst, Lightspeed and a16z.
- Company website: https://www.anduril.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-07
- Apply by: 2026-11-21
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/andurilindustries/jobs/5258826007?gh_jid=5258826007&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/anduril-director-of-manufacturing-engineering-imaging/

## About the role

As the Director of Manufacturing Engineering, your role encompasses the strategic oversight and tactical management of manufacturing engineering and systems to support both the development of new products and the scaling of high-volume production in Waltham, MA. You are charged with ensuring rigorous manufacturing processes are in place, resulting in the consistent delivery of superior quality products to our customers. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field, Master's degree or MBA preferred
- 12+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering and operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing manufacturing engineering teams
- Demonstrated experience owning manufacturing value chains for complex electro-mechanical or imaging hardware — defense, aerospace, or adjacent industries strongly preferred
- Strong background in make-vs-buy analysis, contract manufacturer management, and supplier development for precision hardware
- Experience managing NPI and scaling production in high-growth environments with condensed timelines
- Familiarity with optical system integration and test, precision assembly, or imaging hardware manufacturing

Tags: Manufacturing : Imaging Production :...

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