Senior Machine Vision Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

About The Team: Anduril's Manufacturing Automation team is seeking a Senior Machine Vision Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing 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 DoSystem Development: Design and implement machine vision systems for industrial automation, quality inspection, defect detection, and process monitoring Hardware Procurement: Specify, procure, validate, and sustain core vision components including cameras, lenses, lighting, controllers, and software Deployment & Commissioning: Oversee the installation, validation, and commissioning of vision systems across multiple production lines Project Leadership: Lead technical projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate cross-functionally to integrate high-precision inspection systems Root Cause Analysis: Drive Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations for vision system errors and process failures Training & Support: Mentor junior engineers and train production staff in daily operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of vision equipment to elevate team technical capabilities

Education: Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Robotics, or a related discipline.

Experience: 5+ years of hands-on industry experience building, deploying, and maintaining machine vision systems in a manufacturing environment. Vision Platforms: Direct experience with industrial hardware ecosystems like Cognex, Keyence, Basler, or Sick. Libraries & Frameworks: Proficiency with core vision and deep learning software including OpenCV, Halcon, PyTorch, or TensorFlow. Programming: Strong coding skills in Python, C#, or C++.Optics & Physics: Deep understanding of camera selection, lens optics, resolution, lighting techniques, and sensor calibration. Automation Integration: Direct experience interfacing vision systems with industrial controls like PLCs and robotics. Inspection Methods: Mastery of classical rules-based tools, advanced defect detection, AI-based vision, and SPC methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications: Smart Manufacturing: Experience with Industry 4.0 standards, factory automation software, and IIoT protocols such as IO-Link, MQTT or OPC UA.Software Practices: Familiarity with modern development workflows, including Git version control and CI/CD pipelines.3D Vision: Experience with 3D imaging techniques like structured light, time-of-flight (ToF), or stereo vision for robotic guidance and inspection.

Security Clearance: Possession of an active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance. US Salary Range$146,000 - $194,000 USDThe 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: