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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 to military applications.
As 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 Anduril's 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 collaborate 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, creative problem-solving abilities, 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
