Lead Production Technician, AFS (2nd Shift)

Anduril Frontier Systems (AFS) is seeking a Lead Production Technician to join their manufacturing team at their HQ in Costa Mesa, CA.

The Lead Production Technician will lead a team of highly talented technicians to produce UAS for strategic military and commercial customers.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Production Manager and work alongside other Production Technicians, leading technician staff in the production and delivery of UAS through factory acceptance
• Apply a higher level of knowledge and skills in hardware assembly, troubleshooting, and repair
• Utilize hand tools, assembly tooling, and general manufacturing equipment
• Follow documented build instructions
• Ensure all operators are following safety procedures and standard work tasks
• Prioritize work activities for operators to achieve target on-time delivery goals
• Participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities
• Complete transactions in computer production systems (MES, NetSuite, JIRA, SQL, Tableau)
• Assist in weekly report out of production progress, blockers, risks, and needs
• Provide training and support to new operators as required
• Complete certification training and maintain required certifications
• Build a positive and collaborative team culture

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in production-oriented manufacturing or electro-mechanical technician fields
• Prior experience leading a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience working with ERP and MES systems (NetSuite, JIRA, SQL, Tableau)
• Understanding of the product life cycle (NPI to scaled production), LEAN manufacturing principals, and change management (ECOs)
• Ability to interpret technical documentation
• Extremely reliable, organized, and detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• U.S. Person status is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field
• 2+ years in a lead or production operations role
• Prior hands-on experience with kit, model, or experimental builds
• Lean six sigma green belt certified
• Working knowledge of AS9100 standards and OSHA laws
• A&P certification a plus
• Experience in UAS industries
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance