Manager, Controls Engineering, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril Industries

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About This Role

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.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Rocket Motor Systems team is seeking a Manager of Controls Engineering to join our team. The Rocket Motor Systems team is designing and commissioning automated equipment for high rate production of Solid Rocket Motors at our plant in McHenry, MS. In this role, you will lead the Controls Engineering team and own the automation and controls project portfolio for the facility.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Lead, grow, and develop the Controls Engineering team supporting Solid Rocket Motor production in McHenry, MS, including hiring, mentoring, and performance management
Plan, budget, and track capital and continuous improvement projects for automation and controls at the facility
Partner with Operations and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure controls scope, schedule, and staffing are represented on all facility projects
Own and enforce internal standards for control system architecture, documentation, and regulatory compliance across the facility
Oversee functional safety projects including risk assessments, safety system design reviews, and safety buyoffs for production equipment
Provide visibility to HQ on controls project status, schedule risk, and plant events that impact automation
Direct root cause analysis and corrective actions for automation downtime, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
8+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
Working knowledge of Siemens PLC programming (Ladder and Structured Text)
Experience owning scope, budget, and schedule for capital and continuous improvement projects
Experience with performing Risk Assessments and Controls Safety Design
Experience integrating with SCADA and OT Networking
Familiar with NFPA70e electrical safety practices
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

12+ years of experience in controls and automation in a production environment
2+ years of experience managing engineers, technicians, or integrators
TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery)
Experience building a controls organization in a new or ramping production facility
Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies and safety committees

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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Manager, Controls Engineering, Rocket Motor Systems

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