Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Composite Structures

Anduril Industries

. Own and manage the composites commodity and its subcategories to execute supplier production strategies from NPI to full production across Anduril’s business lines .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeCosta Mesa • California • United StatesSenior💰 $161,000 - $212,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in managing composites commodity production strategies, supplier quality assurance, and process optimization within manufacturing environments. Proficient in composites manufacturing processes and quality inspection methods, with a strong focus on aerospace and defense standards.

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Composites Manufacturing ProcessesSupplier Quality AssuranceStatistical Process ControlAerospace Standards ComplianceEngineering Drawings and GD&T

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Hard Skills

Prepreg Hand LayupAutoclave CureResin InfusionCompression MoldingFilament WindingAutomated Fiber PlacementNDI MethodsCure MonitoringQuality SystemsMaterial Qualification

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

CAD SoftwareStatistical Process Control Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

NADCAPAS9100U.S. TS Clearance

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseHigh-TechManufacturingComposite Structures

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and manage the composites commodity and its subcategories to execute supplier production strategies from NPI to full production across Anduril’s business lines
Vet suppliers’ production capabilities, factory layout, facilities, workforce, cure equipment, environmental controls, material storage, out-time tracking, and NDI capability for Approved Supplier List inclusion
Support Supplier Quality Engineers in ensuring suppliers understand and adhere to part-quality criteria
Bring up new production tooling and lines at supplier sites, including layup tools and molds, trim and drill fixtures, bond jigs, and automated layup cells
Own supplier capacity expansion readiness and production ramp-up, including cure capacity, rate tooling, and skilled layup labor
Establish and drive supplier process performance and statistical process control reviews covering cure records, porosity and NDI results, witness coupon and mechanical test data, and dimensional results
Partner with design engineering on design for manufacturability of composite parts, including ply layup, orientation, tooling, tolerancing, and process selection
Drive product and process improvements and supplier factory-layout optimization to lower cost, reduce supply risk, eliminate defects, and improve cycle time
Support root-cause task forces for composite defects such as porosity, voids, delamination, and bond-line failures, and close corrective/preventive actions at suppliers
Coordinate closely with engineering, quality, supply chain, manufacturing, and suppliers to achieve production goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related technical field
6+ years of experience in supplier quality and industrialization within a manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience with composites manufacturing processes, such as prepreg hand layup, autoclave and out-of-autoclave cure, RTM or resin infusion, compression molding, filament winding, or automated fiber placement (AFP/ATL)
Working knowledge of composite quality and inspection methods, including NDI (ultrasonic/C-scan), cure monitoring and common composite defect modes
Proficiency with engineering drawings, CAD and GD&T
Ability to travel at least 50% of the time
Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA
Experience with aerospace or defense composite structures and related standards, such as NADCAP (composites and NDT), AS9100 and material and process specifications
Experience working with composite material suppliers (fiber, resin and prepreg) on material qualification or equivalency
Experience scaling composite production from prototype to rate
Previous experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, high tech, or another related industry
Strong understanding of quality systems, standards, and certifications
Familiarity with developing high-tech products in a high-mix, low-volume environment
Exposure to working in a fast-pace, start-up environment
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers
Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
Top-tier benefits for full-time employees