Supplier Industrialization EngineerActive$194K

Costa Mesa, California, United StatesManufacturing

The opportunity

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U. S.

What you'll do

  • Own and manage heavy metal mechanical commodities/subcategories—including: casting, forging, and machining—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 layout, facilities, and: workforce for supplier inclusion in the Approved Supplier List—with a focus on heavy metal fabrication, large-scale structures, and complex subassemblies (e.g., torpedo tubes, engine blocks, forge blocks, heavy modules)

  • 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 at supplier sites to ensure: materials, processes, and tools are capable of meeting product performance, quality (criteria set by SQE), and demand requirements for heavy metal components

  • Own capacity expansion readiness and production ramp-up at suppliers,: particularly for large-scale forging, casting, and machining operations

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or metallurgical/materials engineering: combined with an MBA (technical + business acumen highly valued)
  • Previous experience in defense, aerospace, maritime, oil & gas, automotive, or heavy industrial manufacturing
  • Experience with powertrain systems (boats, vehicles, planes) and/or large-scale heavy metal structures
  • Background at companies such as Pratt & Whitney, Rolls Royce, Siemens, GE: Vernova, or similar heavy industrial OEMs
  • Strong understanding of quality systems, standards, and certifications
  • Familiarity with developing complex products in a high-mix, low-volume environment
  • Exposure to working in a fast-paced, start-up environment
  • Excellent communication and ability to effectively influence cross-functional partners