Sr Failure Analysis Engineer

About Andurilindustries

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

The Materials Team is responsible for the development and optimization of materials for our revolutionary products.

About the Job

We are looking for a Materials Engineer in Costa Mesa, Ca, that has a solid foundation in materials science and engineering first principles, and an intrinsic drive to build on that foundation. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and is eager to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world applications, then this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead material characterization and analysis using techniques such as CT, SEM, and mechanical testing.
• Tailor test plans to support varying levels of accepted programatic risk while promoting data driven decisions.
• Establish and own a database for material properties and design allowable, including the criteria for incorporation of new data.
• Continuously engage with product teams and other engineers to identify need and strategically grow lab capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve material-related issues and identify potential failure modes to improve product reliability.
• Establish and train others in experimental procedures and best practices for failure analysis and material characterization.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in materials science and engineering.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of the Materials Engineering team’s overall expertise in Use first principles physics as a basis for every decision.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Materials Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of industry experience focusing on the characterization and application of materials in product development.
• Demonstrated ability to support engineering design teams, providing materials expertise that informs the creation of engineering drawings and specifications.
• This includes proficiency in interpreting and advising on material tolerances, finishes, and processing techniques that can be accurately depicted in engineering documentation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of material properties, processing, and characterization techniques, with the ability to translate this knowledge into practical applications and manufacturing.