Senior Production Automation Engineer; Machine Vision

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 Core Automation team is seeking a Sr/Staff Machine Vision Engineer to join our team. The Core Automation team is responsible for the design, integration, and deployment of automated manufacturing systems across Anduril factories. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to help define what production automation looks like for Anduril at a national scale.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop and implement machine visions systems for automation systems, quality inspection, defect detection, and process monitoring
• Specify, procure, validate, and sustain vision system components such as cameras, lenses, lighting, controllers, and software
• Oversee the installation, validation, and commissioning of vision systems in production environments across multiple product lines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate high-precision inspection systems into production lines and automation systems
• Lead efforts into RCCA on vision systems and process failures
• Train production staff on the operation and maintenance of vision systems

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar
• 4+ years of experience in developing and maintaining vision systems in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience developing vision system platforms (e.g., Cognex, Keyence, Gocator, iRVision, Halcon) and programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, OpenCV)
• Strong understanding of image processing algorithms, optics, and lighting principles
• Hands-on experience with industrial automation systems (e.g., PLCs, robotics)
• Familiarity with advanced defect detection techniques, AI-based vision systems, and SPC methodologies
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

US Salary Range

$142,000—$205,000 USD

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:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits:
  
  For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI):
    Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
  • For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa:
    Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support:
  Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources:
  We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal…