Anduril Industries

Manufacturing Quality Lead

Anduril Industries$144K — $191K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
  • 8+ years of relevant experience with OEM suppliers and manufacturing operations
  • 8+ years in engineering, manufacturing, or quality in aerospace/defense, automotive, or medical devices
  • Experience in ISO 9001 or AS9100 regulated environments
  • Knowledge of product development methodologies like FMEA and APQP
  • Hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical metrology tools
  • Project management skills with a strong ownership mindset
  • U.S. Secret clearance eligibility required

Responsibilities

  • Drive improvement in product design and manufacturing processes
  • Ensure compliance with Quality Management System and AS9100 certification
  • Develop key performance indicators for product quality
  • Utilize data-driven approaches for quality evaluation and tracking
  • Support internal tracking for supplier and manufacturing quality issues
  • Lead investigations into product quality issues to find root causes
  • Improve raw material supplier inspection programs
  • Execute MRB activities and manage defective material actions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package with minimal costs
  • Support for health and recovery
  • Investment in employee welfare
  • Access to equity grants in full-time offers
  • Encouragement for professional development
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Imaging team develops state-of-the-art thermal cores and IDCAs for science, defense and space applications and are deployed to tackle the most significant infrared imaging challenges of America and its allies.
ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Quality Lead to join our growing team, currently based out of Hudson, New Hampshire. You will ensure our manufacturing processes and products meet quality standards through inspections and data analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams on quality assurance protocols. This role requires expertise in quality management systems and statistical process control within a regulated environment If you have strong analytical skills and attention to detail, this opportunity is for you! Your proactive problem-solving approach will be vital to our quality initiatives.

WHAT YOU'll DO:
  • Drive improvement in product design, manufacturing, suppliers as well as service and field support in order to improve reliability across the product lifecycle
  • Drive Quality Management System compliance & sustainability to the AS9100 certification.
  • Develop & improve key performance indicators (KPIs) for Quality across product quality
  • Develop and utilize a data driven approach to evaluating, prioritizing and tracking product quality & reliability (suppliers, manufacturing & field)
  • Support and improve internal tracking tools for supplier incoming, manufacturing in-process, and field quality issues
  • Lead investigations, initiatives, and projects to find root cause and implement corrective and preventative actions both internally and with suppliers
  • Support development and sustainability of raw material supplier inspection and incoming inspection program
  • Support the execution of MRB activities
  • Contribute to the evaluation, selection, qualification and performance of suppliers
  • Carry out containment, audit, and disposition actions of any quality "escapes" or defective material

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar technical field
  • 8+ years of relevant experience working with OEM suppliers and manufacturing operations building complex hardware/software systems
  • 8+ years experience in engineering, manufacturing, or quality within the aerospace/defense, automotive, or medical device fields
  • Experience working in a ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 regulated environment
  • Working knowledge of product development methodologies such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Change Management, and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
  • Hands on experience using mechanical and electrical metrology tools/instruments
  • Working knowledge of electro-mechanical design and relevant manufacturing processes.
  • A strong ownership mindset with demonstrated capability as a project manager to drive projects from start to finish
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's degree in a technical field
  • Experience as a lead auditor for AS9100 or other ISO 9001-based QMS standard (e.g., ISO 13485, IATF 16949).
  • Experience with infrared imaging technology
  • Experience with high mix low volume manufacturing and suppliers


US Salary Range

$144,000-$191,000 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:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that develops advanced systems for the military. The company was founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, Trae Stephens, and Matt Grimm, and has since grown to become a major player in the defense industry. Anduril's products include autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and other advanced technologies that are designed to enhance military capabilities. The company has received significant funding from investors and has partnerships with several major defense contractors. Anduril is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
Learn more about Anduril Industries
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2017

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