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Anduril IndustriesSenior Supplier Industrialization Engineering, Mechanical, Intelligence Systems
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company building advanced hardware and software to modernize military capabilities for the United States and its allies. Its operations include…
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company building advanced hardware and software to modernize military capabilities for the United States and its allies. Its operations include Lattice OS, an artificial intelligence operating system designed to merge numerous data streams into a unified three-dimensional command center. Within the Intelligence Systems division, the company aims to deliver specialized engineering products that fulfill critical national security needs. The organization seeks a Senior Supplier…
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company building advanced hardware and software to modernize military capabilities for the United States and its allies. Its operations include Lattice OS, an artificial intelligence operating system designed to merge numerous data streams into a unified three-dimensional command center. Within the Intelligence Systems division, the company aims to deliver specialized engineering products that fulfill critical national security needs.
The organization seeks a Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer specializing in mechanical components for a full-time position. This person will manage mechanical fabrication categories to guide supply chain strategies from initial product introduction through full-scale manufacturing. The professional will collaborate internally with supply chain, quality, manufacturing, and engineering groups, and will partner externally with vendors to enhance product quality, cost-efficiency, and production timelines.
Key duties involve vetting external production partners, assisting supplier quality teams with manufacturing standards, establishing tooling and production lines at vendor locations, and supervising capacity expansion. The successful candidate will drive process controls, optimize factory layouts, and participate in root cause corrective actions. This position requires maintaining a United States Secret security clearance and traveling at least half of the time.
Responsibilities
- Manage mechanical fabrication commodities to drive production strategies from new product introduction to full manufacturing across company business lines
- Evaluate vendor manufacturing capabilities, facility layouts, and workforces for inclusion in the approved supplier list
- Assist supplier quality engineers in verifying that vendors understand and follow established part quality standards
- Oversee the establishment of new production tooling and manufacturing lines directly at vendor facilities
- Manage production ramp-up activities and capacity expansion readiness with suppliers
- Implement and oversee process performance and controls reviews at vendor sites
- Drive factory layout optimization and process improvements to decrease part costs, reduce risk, and shorten cycle times
- Partner with internal teams and vendors in root cause task forces to close out corrective and preventative actions
Requirements
- Hold a bachelor degree in a technical field such as engineering or supply chain
- Possess at least six years of professional background in industrialization and supplier quality within a manufacturing setting
- Demonstrate technical expertise in areas including mechanical fabrication manufacturing, computer-aided design, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and IPC standards
- Maintain the ability to acquire and retain a United States Secret security clearance
- Travel domestically and internationally for work at least fifty percent of the time
Qualifications
- Earn a bachelor degree specifically in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, or metallurgical engineering
- Bring prior work history from industries such as defense, high tech, automotive, or aerospace
- Understand quality management systems, relevant standards, and industry certifications
- Display familiarity with developing high-technology products within a low-volume, high-mix environment
- Have past exposure to fast-paced startup workplace settings
- Exhibit strong problem-solving, communication, and negotiation abilities
Core Skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits provided at little to no cost to employees
- Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers
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What is the salary range for this position?
The annual base salary is estimated between USD 161,000 and 212,000, which may vary based on experience, education, skills, and business factors.
What are the travel requirements for this job?
The role requires the ability to travel at least 50% of the time.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance.
What type of employment is this?
This is a full-time employment opportunity.
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