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Anduril

Anduril

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Robotics & Automation
Defense

Compensation Overview

$150k - $210kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Mid, Senior

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Relocation assistance available depending on role eligibility.

Category
Construction Management
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience in digital manufacturing, engineering transformation, business process, or digital transformation
  • 6+ years experience overall in one or more of the following domains: digital manufacturing, industrial or manufacturing engineering, NPI, product management, digital transformation, change management, consulting, experience design, business process, or operational excellence.
  • Experience from engineering to production with deep knowledge of development, co-design, and engineering phases of product lifecycle. Experience working with engineering, manufacturing and business systems teams.
  • Track record of successfully developing and implementing impactful solutions.
  • Ability to converge corporate strategy and cross-industry best practices with operational realities for attainable and sustainable results.
  • Results and impact focused mindset and proven operational effectiveness.
  • Ability to work autonomously through ambiguity.
  • Ability to create effective relationships and enact change.
  • U.S. person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
Responsibilities
  • Define new ways of working for manufacturing engineering and industrial engineering, including processes, digital tools, and data. Balance standardization with adaptability and agility to architect scalable solutions that maximize impact and business value.
  • Understand Anduril’s vision for production and the product lifecycle. Distill this into actionable initiatives and deliver effective solutions unconstrained by industry legacy.
  • Lead and manage digital manufacturing transformation projects from inception through implementation.
  • Collaborate closely with end-users to deeply understand their pain points, needs, and the intricacies of their workflows. Challenge identified needs and capture inputs for solutioning.
  • Develop solutions encompassing business process, digital tools, and data. Evaluate technical alternatives, decompose solutions into actionable items, create roadmaps.
  • Specify functional requirements and workflows to the business systems team. Collaborate with the business systems team to prioritize projects, ensure implementation, and perform testing and validation to ensure processes and tools meet end-user need.
  • Champion the deployment and adoption of standard ways of working across global manufacturing engineering teams. Create an implementation strategy to facilitate change, communicate vision and roadmap to provide clear expectations on what is being put in place and why.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to converge with other company initiatives and architect solutions to align with complex constraints (program timelines, software, etc).
  • Advocate the desired manufacturing engineering and industrial engineering way of working with other organizations, including product design and product management. Navigate differing priorities to ensure solutions benefit Anduril holistically.

Anduril Industries develops advanced autonomous systems for military and security purposes, focusing on providing solutions to government and commercial clients, particularly in the defense sector. The company's main product is the Lattice platform, a software system that integrates various autonomous vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. This platform enables seamless operation of air, land, and sea vehicles, ensuring effective performance in challenging environments. Anduril's product range includes autonomous air systems like the Roadrunner and Fury, as well as underwater vehicles such as the Dive LD, which are designed for various operational needs. Unlike its competitors, Anduril emphasizes continuous innovation and integration of new technologies to maintain a leading position in defense technology. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions that operate across multiple domains.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$3.4B

Headquarters

Orange, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

21%

1 year growth

49%

2 year growth

147%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Anduril's recent $1.4 billion funding round at a $14 billion valuation underscores strong investor confidence and provides substantial capital for R&D and expansion.
  • The company's expansion plans, including new manufacturing facilities in Mississippi and Rhode Island, signal significant job creation and growth opportunities.
  • Selection by the U.S. Air Force for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program highlights Anduril's strategic importance and potential for long-term government contracts.

What critics are saying

  • The defense sector's reliance on government contracts can lead to revenue volatility due to changing political and budgetary priorities.
  • Rapid expansion and scaling, such as the planned new facilities, may strain operational capabilities and lead to potential execution risks.

What makes Anduril unique

  • Anduril's Lattice platform uniquely integrates air, land, and sea autonomous systems, providing a seamless and comprehensive ISR solution unlike any other in the defense market.
  • The company's focus on advanced autonomous systems and AI-driven solutions sets it apart from traditional defense contractors who rely on conventional technologies.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with Rheinmetall for anti-drone systems, enhance Anduril's capabilities and market reach, distinguishing it from competitors.

Benefits

Full Family Health Coverage

16 Weeks Paid Leave for All Caregivers

Family Planning & Support

Incentivized Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Financial Planning

Unlimited Provisions

Professional Development