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Anduril IndustriesSenior Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Composites
Anduril Industries is a defense technology firm dedicated to upgrading military capabilities for the United States and its allies through advanced systems powered by the Lattice…
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Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Composites at Anduril Industries is a full-time role. Work arrangement: Remote. Location: Applicants in United States only. The listed pay is USD 161,000 - 212,000/yr. It was posted on Nov 4, 2026. This listing is paused and not taking applications at the moment.
Job Description
Anduril Industries is a defense technology firm dedicated to upgrading military capabilities for the United States and its allies through advanced systems powered by the Lattice OS platform. The company is currently hiring a Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Composites to manage composite commodities across various product lines from the new product introduction stage through full-scale production. This cross-functional position involves close collaboration with internal engineering, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain divisions, as well as direct engagement with external vendors.
The person in this role will drive supply chain strategies, evaluate supplier capabilities for inclusion in the approved vendor list, set up new manufacturing lines and tooling at vendor locations, oversee production scaling, and enforce process controls. Additionally, the engineer will help resolve technical issues, optimize facility layouts, and reduce expenses across the product lifecycle.
Applicants must possess a technical bachelor degree alongside substantial industry background in supplier quality and industrial manufacturing. Candidates should also be ready to travel up to half of the time and be prepared to relocate to Costa Mesa, California if not already local. The position offers a base salary between USD 161,000 and 212,000 per year, accompanied by equity grants and comprehensive benefits.
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee composite commodities and subcategories to execute supply chain strategies spanning from new product introduction to full production
- Evaluate supplier production capabilities, factory layouts, facilities, and workforces for inclusion in the Approved Supplier List
- Assist Supplier Quality Engineers in verifying that vendors comprehend and adhere to established part quality criteria
- Establish new production tooling and manufacturing lines directly at supplier facilities to meet performance, quality, and volume targets
- Oversee capacity expansion readiness and production scaling at vendor sites
- Implement and manage statistical process control reviews with suppliers
- Identify and execute product and process upgrades and facility layout optimizations to lower costs, mitigate supply risks, prevent defects, and enhance cycle times
- Collaborate with supply chain teams and vendors during root cause task force initiatives and close out corrective and preventative actions
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in supply chain, engineering, or a related technical discipline
- At least six years of professional background in supplier quality and industrialization within a manufacturing environment
- Technical expertise in relevant areas such as composites manufacturing, metallurgy, IPC standards, CAD, and GD&T
- Availability to travel at least fifty percent of the time
- Ability to relocate to Costa Mesa, California if not already local to work on site
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in mechanical, metallurgical, or materials engineering, or a related technical field
- Prior background working within defense, aerospace, automotive, high-tech, or comparable industries
- Thorough familiarity with quality systems, standards, and certifications
- Experience developing high-technology products within a high-mix, low-volume setting
- Background operating inside a rapid, startup-oriented atmosphere
- Proficiency in communication, negotiation, and problem resolution
- Ability to secure and retain a United States Top Secret security clearance
Core Skills
Benefits
- Annual base salary ranging from USD 161,000 to 212,000
- Highly competitive equity grants included in most full-time offers
- Comprehensive health, recovery, and support benefits available at little to no cost to employees
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What is the salary range for the Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer position?
The position offers an estimated base salary range of USD 161,000 to 212,000 per year, which may vary depending on experience, education, critical skills, and business factors.
What travel and location expectations are associated with this role?
The role requires the ability to travel at least fifty percent of the time. Candidates must also be local to Costa Mesa, California, or willing to relocate there.
What level of experience is required?
Applicants must have a bachelor degree in a technical field and a minimum of six years of professional background in supplier quality and industrialization within a manufacturing setting.
What benefits are provided to full-time employees?
Anduril provides competitive equity grants in most full-time offers along with comprehensive benefits covering health and recovery at little to no cost to the employee.
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