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Anduril Industries · 3 hours ago

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, Cable & Wire Harness

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$146K/yr - $194K/yr

7+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer will be responsible for developing and executing processes to ensure high quality and reliability in cable and wire harness production, collaborating closely with suppliers and internal teams to achieve quality objectives.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Drive the comprehensive supplier quality development processes throughout all product development stages, working collaboratively with the product engineering team

For unique and specialized cables and wire harnesses, partner closely with development engineering or manufacturing engineering to design, develop, qualify, and implement effective functional test processes at supplier sites

Collaborate with development engineering, product quality engineering, global strategic sourcing, and program management to ensure predictable and high-quality supply for development and production programs

Proactively manage exceptions, containments, and deviations related to supplier technical performance

Drive supplier quality readiness by analyzing key and critical characteristics on drawings and supplier specifications, developing robust measurement systems, and executing comprehensive supplier qualification activities (e.g., PPAP, FAIR, Audits, inspection development)

Partner with Global Strategic Sourcing and Product Sourcing Engineering to drive overall supplier performance, focusing on cost, quality, delivery, and the fulfillment of strategic supply chain goals

Own the systematic elimination of supplier-related risks to measurably improve quality and reliability across the entire product lifecycle

Utilize a range of tools including audits, readiness reviews, and training to ensure supplier compliance and proactive risk mitigation

Lead and support Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) and Material Review Board (MRB) activities

Own the implementation and effectiveness of containments derived from purchased goods

Drive the resolution of fitment and performance issues

Review and validate the effectiveness of supplier corrective actions and disseminate lessons learned across the product and engineering teams

Drive the Supplier Corrective Action Request (SCAR) process to ensure timely and effective resolution

Audit the Quality Management System (QMS) at our suppliers, with a specific focus on aspects pertaining to cable and wire harness quality and performance

Define and improve required documentation and activities as needed to ensure adherence to flow-down requirements from customers and relevant industry standards

Prepare, support, and lead comprehensive supplier onsite audits and reviews for contract deliverables, ensuring quality management and compliance with all applicable requirements

Lead and mentor cross-functional teams on continuous improvement projects that enhance supplier quality performance, process efficiency, and overall product reliability

Qualification

Supplier Quality EngineeringWire Harness ProductionIndustry Standards KnowledgeQuality Management SystemsRoot Cause AnalysisContinuous ImprovementFunctional TestingSupplier AuditsData AnalysisTeam LeadershipCollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience

Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in Supplier Quality Engineering, onsite Quality Engineering for Inspection, or Manufacturing Engineering specifically within Wire Harness production

Deep understanding and practical application of industry standards relevant to cables and wire harnesses, including but not limited to: SAE (e.g., AS50881, AS22759), IPC (e.g., IPC-A-620, IPC-A-610, WHMA-A-620), J-STD-001: Requirements for Electrical and Electronic Assemblies, NASA Standards (e.g., NASA-STD-8739 series, where applicable)

Demonstrated experience evaluating wire harness manufacturing processes, ensuring adherence to best practices and industry specifications

Proven experience performing source inspections at wire harness manufacturing suppliers

Extensive experience flowing down Source Control Requirements and specifications to suppliers

Hands-on experience implementing Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) within a Wire Harness Manufacturing setting

Demonstrated experience with thermocouple wires, copper conductors, RF cables, Fiber Optic (FO) cables, and flexible cable assemblies

Comprehensive understanding of wire harness design, manufacturing processes, and quality control methodologies

Experience in functional & Hi-Pot testing for Wire Harness Assemblies

In-depth knowledge of various types of electrical splices and termination methods used in wire harnesses

Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications

Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and relevant industry-specific QMS requirements (e.g., AS9100/AS9100D)

Proficiency in product development methodologies such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), including elements like Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Statistical Process Control (SPC), quality improvement techniques, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Experience performing First Article Inspection (FAI) according to industry standards like AS9102

Application of first principles and Six Sigma methodologies to problem-solving, process optimization, and quality improvement

Proven ability to drive supplier performance and evaluation, including experience with Statement of Work (SOW) development, quality clauses, intellectual property (IP), and relevant government regulations (e.g., ITAR)

A strong ownership mindset with demonstrated capability to drive projects from initiation to successful completion

Analytical skills and experience for data mining, data quality analysis, metrics generation, issue management systems, and statistical analysis tools (e.g., MatLab, JMP, MiniTab)

Proven ability to lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives within a supplier quality context, driving measurable gains in supplier performance and product quality

Experience in developing, standardizing, and optimizing quality processes and procedures across a supply base

Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance

Must be able to travel up to 25% - 50% of the time to suppliers, sourcing partners, and manufacturing locations