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Salary: USD 112,000 - 149,000 / annual
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company transforming U.S. and allied military capabilities through advanced technology. The company develops Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that integrates thousands of data streams into a real-time 3D command and control center, bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military.
As a Packaging Engineer within the Supply Chain team, you will develop and maintain end-to-end packaging solutions spanning supplier packaging, internal packaging, and finished goods packaging. This is a high-impact role focused on securing critical components, materials, and services that protect and transport products. You will work proactively in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment, collaborating across Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Business Operations teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Partner with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to design packaging that protects high-value and sensitive technology during transport, storage, and deployment
- Lead the design of internal packaging solutions for delivering parts to the production line and work with Material Flow Engineering and Industrial Engineering teams on implementation
- Conduct material selection and supplier packaging evaluations to ensure packaging components meet technical requirements
- Develop and review prototype requirements, execute against build milestones, and lead sourcing activities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on demand forecasting, procurement planning, and timely delivery of packaging and materials
- Lead risk assessments and investigations for packaging-related issues in transportation and storage
- Utilize ERP and WMS software systems to track packaging inventory, generate reports, and provide data-driven insights
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and quality control protocols
The ideal candidate demonstrates holistic ownership of operational challenges with creative solutions and flexibility to support wherever needed to ensure products are built and shipped under stringent quality standards.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- 5+ years of experience in packaging engineering in a high-rate supply chain or manufacturing environment with complex mechanical and/or electrical assemblies
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
- Ability to relocate to Costa Mesa, CA if not already local; must be onsite
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or materials engineering
- Experience with packaging solutions in automotive, defense, semiconductor, or other relevant industries
- Experience or familiarity with relevant defense packaging and transportation standards
- Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, inventory management techniques, and material planning strategies
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PackAssistant
- Prior knowledge of NetSuite, Oracle, or similar ERP systems
- Familiarity with MIL specs
- Knowledge of hazardous material packaging and compliance
