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Anduril Industries · 4 hours ago

Staff Product Quality Engineer

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$166K/yr - $220K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Staff Product Quality Engineer will define, develop, and execute processes to ensure high quality and reliable products, specifically for the Road Runner product, while driving product improvement and engaging in cross-functional collaboration.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Drive product improvement for Road Runner by implementing processes for data collection and incident reporting that will inform activities like detailed design reviews, process development, verification, validation, and qualification of processes and parts, sub-assy, and the vehicle, itself

Drive clarity & resolution for development ambiguities associated with product maturity, process stability, and field performance that impact the product meeting it’s quality & reliability goals for volume production

Lead Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities for field and reliability issues. Review the effectiveness of actions and share lessons learned across the product team

Champion the transition from new product introduction (NPI) to a sustainable & predictable product experience for our customers

Own the elimination of product risk to improve reliability across the product lifecycle. Engage in quality activities from concept through development and manufacturing to field use

Ensure the execution of product and process requirements. Define and improve such requirements

Work cross-functionally to define and execute the product roadmap

Lead product health data analysis and improvement activities. Establish metrics for measuring quality and the factors that predict quality performance

Support the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Define and improve required documentation and activities

Support investigations, initiatives, and projects as needed, at the team or organization level

Qualification

Root Cause Corrective ActionQuality Management SystemsProduct Development MethodologiesData Analysis ToolsManufacturing ProcessesLean Six SigmaEngineering ExperienceAnalytical SkillsOwnership MindsetTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar technical field

Experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality in aerospace/defense or similar hardware

Experience leading root cause corrective action (RCCA) efforts for complex problems and issues. Utilizing tools such as 8D, Lean six sigma, Fault tree analysis, and DMAIC methodologies

Working knowledge of design review and quality management of PCBA, harnessing, avionics, systems integration, composites, propulsion systems, and lethality systems

Working knowledge of product development methodologies such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) elements such as Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Working knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical manufacturing processes

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

Analytical skills and experiences for data mining, data quality, metrics generation, issue management systems, and statistical analysis tools (MatLab, JMP, MiniTab, etc)

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

Preferred

Master's degree in a technical field

5-7 years of experience with developing quality systems for low volume, high complex manufacturing environments and suppliers

Working knowledge of AS9100/ ISO 9001-based Quality Management System requirements

Experience with IPC standards

Lean six sigma certification is preferred

Experience with government contracts and mil standard or other regulatory requirements

Experience with Teamcenter, SolidWorks, Jira, Foundry, NetSuite, or Oracle

Benefits

Healthcare 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