Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Composites

Anduril Industries

. Own and manage composites commodities/subcategories and execute supplier production strategies from NPI through full production .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeCosta Mesa • California • United StatesSenior💰 $161,000 - $212,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing supplier production strategies and quality systems within manufacturing environments, particularly in composites and related industries. Proven ability to drive process improvements, capacity expansion, and adherence to quality standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Supplier Quality ManagementComposites ManufacturingStatistical Process ControlQuality Systems UnderstandingU.S. TS Clearance

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Hard Skills

Supplier Production StrategiesFactory Layout OptimizationRoot-Cause AnalysisPart-Quality CriteriaMetallurgyIPC StandardsCADGD&TProduction Tooling DevelopmentCost Reduction

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Industry Keywords

DefenseAerospaceAutomotiveHigh TechHigh-Mix Low-Volume EnvironmentManufacturing EnvironmentSupplier Capacity ExpansionCorrective ActionsPreventive ActionsFast-Paced Startup Environment

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and manage composites commodities/subcategories and execute supplier production strategies from NPI through full production
Vet supplier production capabilities, factory layout, facilities, and workforce 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 and develop supplier capabilities to meet performance, quality, and demand requirements
Own supplier capacity expansion readiness and production ramp-up
Establish and drive statistical process control reviews at suppliers
Identify and drive product and process improvements, factory-layout optimization, cost reduction, supply-risk reduction, defect elimination, and cycle-time improvements
Support root-cause task forces and close corrective/preventive actions with suppliers
Coordinate closely with engineering, quality, supply chain, manufacturing teams, and suppliers

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
Experience with composites manufacturing, metallurgy, IPC standards, 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
Previous experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, high tech, or another related industry preferred
Strong understanding of quality systems, standards, and certifications preferred
Familiarity with developing high-tech products in a high-mix, low-volume environment preferred
Exposure to a fast-paced startup environment preferred
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance preferred

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
Health, recovery, and other employee support benefits