Quality Specialist, Road Runner at Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

52.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Assurance, Inspection, Root Cause Analysis, Data Collection, Metrology Inspection, CAD Software, GD&T, Engineering Drawings, Internal Audits, Continuous Improvement, Calibration, Inspection Technologies, Communication, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. We are looking for a Quality Engineering Specialist to join our missiles program. This Quality Specialist is a professional who is responsible for monitoring, inspecting and proposing measures to correct or improve the final products in order to meet established quality standards. They are a highly motivated team player who is willing to support a fast paced team environment What you'll do: Manages the site Materials Review Board (MRB) process Inspect to verify non-conforming parts Assist in the root cause analysis Assist in the dispositioning of non-conforming material and ensure the tasks are completed in a timely manner Manage internal re-work to support dispositions. Ensure data collection and entry is accurate and complete for the MRB process Communicate the process performance and quality issues to key stakeholders to drive improvements Execute vendor return material authorization (RMA) with partnership between Warehouse and Buyers to ensure material leaves the MRB area for suppliers. Perform Verification First Article Inspection (FAI) on incoming material and coordinate acceptance of FAI data submitted by suppliers. Manage quality containment process for material, tooling, and inspection equipment that are involved in non-conformances impacting production capacity and capability. Create inspection plans for incoming material, in-process inspection steps, and end of line inspection, as per direction from product quality engineers Train technicians and inspectors to execute inspection plans and data capture in the process. Propose, develop and implement quality assurance policies and procedures and review with the product quality engineers Review and propose continuous improvement projects for productivity gains, quality improvements, and benefits to Anduril's quality policy. Support the calibration process by conducting recalls, managing the calibration database, and logistics with third party calibration services, as per the direction of the product quality engineers. Perform internal audits on processes and procedures, as per direction from Quality Systems Engineer Deep dive into data and traceability investigations to identify trends, oddities, inconsistencies, and variation that impacts the effectiveness of processes, procedures, and product quality. Stay current with new inspection technologies and techniques and recommend improvements to the inspection process Required Qualifications: Associate degree or equivalent in a related field, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in metrology inspection or quality role Experience with Missile or rocket production support and quality management Proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) software and inspection data management software. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Experience with Calibrated equipment (calipers, micrometers, CMM, Faro arm, OMM, etc.) Knowledge & understanding of dimensioning and tolerancing as per Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings (wire diagrams, work instructions, CAD) Analyze inspection results and provide feedback to production, manufacturing engineering, and quality engineering departments. Experience using investigative equipment such as x-ray inspection, digital characterization, material certificate of compliance, etc. Experience in a facility with AS9100, ISO9001, IATF 16949 or similar QMS standard Experience with validation and testing assemblies and their components Experience with communicating with suppliers and cross functional teams U.S. Person Status is required as this position needs to access controlled data Preferred Qualifications: Technical or Associates degree in related quality/mechanical/aerospace engineering field ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, Quality Improvement Associate, or equivalent. IPC-A-610 or IPC-A-620 Certification Knowledge of 6 sigma, TQM, TPS, Lean, Low Rate Production Experience with inspection of Electrical and Electronic Components (Power Supplies, PCBs, wire-harnesses) Experience with Manufacturing processes and their related systems (Jira, MES, ERP, Teamcenter, CAD) Experience with auditing processes and procedures in a manufacturing environment Detail oriented self starter with minimal oversight - strong ability to communicate with different cross functional teams. US Hourly Range $39—$52 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: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits 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. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.

Responsibilities

The Quality Specialist is responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and proposing measures to improve final products to meet quality standards. They manage the MRB process, inspect non-conforming parts, assist in root cause analysis, and communicate quality issues to stakeholders.