Anduril Industries · 4 hours ago
Staff Product Quality Engineer
Costa Mesa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$166K/yr - $220K/yrAnduril Industries is a defense technology company committed to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Staff Product Quality Engineer will lead quality improvement initiatives for the Pulsar product, manage a quality team, and ensure product reliability throughout the lifecycle.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead & deliver on quality improvement for production and supplier execution for existing Pulsar products
Lead & manage a small team of quality resources to address production execution and quality issues that impact delivery or product quality at our customer
Own the elimination of product risk to improve quality & reliability across the product lifecycle. Engage in Quality activities from manufacturing to field use
Partner with the Head of Production for priorities, opportunities, and investments to improve product quality in the production process
Ensure the execution of product and process requirements. Define and improve such requirements. Partner with development engineering to insure incoming material inspection, process control plans, and end of line test capture the essential quality requirements for successful customer shipments
Work cross-functionally to define and execute the production roadmap and performance to the product quality scorecard
Lead Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and Material Review Board (MRB) activities. Review the effectiveness of actions and share lessons learned across the product team
Lead product health data analysis and improvement activities. Support customer quality issues and refurbishment testing and quality control
Support the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Define and improve required documentation and support training & development for team members
Support investigations, initiatives, and projects as needed, at the team or organization level which improve the overall product quality experience
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar technical field
Experience managing a small team of engineers and specialists
Working knowledge of AS9100 based Quality Management System requirements
Experience working with RF and or electronic systems
Working knowledge and a learning capability for device specific function test for EW/RF products and the application of ESS/HASS
Working knowledge of product development methodologies such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Working knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical manufacturing processes
Experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality in aerospace/defense, automotive, medical device, or similar complex hardware
A strong ownership mindset with demonstrated capability to drive projects from start to completion
Ability to obtain and hold a US Security Clearance
Preferred
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
Experience with IPC-610 & IPC -620
Experience with RF test systems, data collection, analysis, and optimization for production control
Defense, national security or RF communication systems familiarity through industry or education
Delivered electronics warfare, RF or electronics products into production
Active TS/SCI clearance
Experience with low volume, high complexity manufacturing
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.
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.
Founded in 2017
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
Recent News
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