Staff Robotics Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Highlights

• Define production automation at national scale across Anduril factories.
• Deploy robotic manufacturing systems from concept through full production.
• Transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

Ideal candidate

Seasoned hands-on robotics leader who thrives owning automation end-to-end and mentoring teams. Motivated by mission-driven defense manufacturing and defining production at national scale.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field
• 12+ years of hands-on experience in robotics and automation within a manufacturing production environment
• Expert in programming and commissioning robots / cobots from FANUC and UR
• Proficiency in utilizing robot simulation software (e.g., FANUC ROBOGUIDE, UR Virtual Controller, Visual Components)
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of robot kinematics, dynamics, motion control, and advanced path planning techniques
• Proficient in the configuration, tuning, and troubleshooting of robot drives, servo motors, and associated motion control systems
• In-depth knowledge of industrial safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218, RIA R15.06) and the implementation of safety functions like STO, SLS, SS1, etc.
• Proven experience in EOAT selection, design, integration, and troubleshooting, including pneumatic, electric, and vacuum grippers
• Strong understanding of EtherNet/IP and Profinet
• Knowledge of PLC programming (Allen Bradley and Siemens)
• Experience integrating and configuring vision systems for guidance, inspection, and quality control
• Experience designing and deploying robotic dispense systems
• Familiarity with CAD packages including NX or AutoCAD
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities