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Anduril Industries · 3 weeks ago

Senior Supplier Development Engineer, Mechanical Machining/Sheet Metal

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$146K/yr - $194K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Senior Supplier Development Engineer will play a crucial role in managing supplier production strategies and optimizing product designs for quality and efficiency throughout the product lifecycle.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Own and manage the mechanical fabrication commodities/subcategories to execute supplier production (NPI to full production) strategies across Anduril’s business lines

Be a force multiplier for the Supply Chain team and overall commodity strategy, demonstrating a strong sense of ownership, proactivity, technical excellence, creativity, self-direction, and courage

Vet Suppliers' production capabilities, factory lay out, facilities, workforce for supplier inclusion in Approved Supplier List

Support Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) in ensuring Suppliers' understanding and adherence to the criteria for part quality set by SQE

Own bringing up new production tooling & lines, development at Supplier as needed, at Supplier sites to ensure materials, processes & tools are capable of meeting product performance, quality (criteria set by SQE) and demand requirements

Own capacity expansion readiness and production ramp-up at Supplier

Establish and drive process performance and controls (SPC) reviews at Supplier

Identify and drive product and process improvements, factory layout optimization at Supplier sites to lower part cost, reduce supply risk, eliminate potential defects, and improve cycle time over the product lifecycle

Support SQE with root cause task force at Anduril by working in tandem with the Supply Chain team, Suppliers , and be responsible for closing the loop of root cause corrective/preventative actions at Supplier

Qualification

Mechanical fabricationSupplier qualityIndustrializationCADGD&TQuality systemsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsNegotiation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, or related technical field

5+ years of experience in supplier quality and industrialization within a manufacturing environment

Experience with specific category technical expertise, as applicable, mechanical fabrication manufacturing, IPC standards, CAD, GD&T

Ability to travel at least 50% of the time

Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or metallurgical/materials engineering, or related technical field

Previous experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, high tech, or another related industry

Strong understanding of quality systems, standards, and certifications

Familiarity with developing high-tech products in a high-mix, low-volume environment

Exposure to working in a fast-pace, start-up environment

Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.