Description
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.
The Quality team is the frontline guardian of reliability and safety at Anduril. We are responsible for a wide range of activities crucial to the manufacturing lifecycle,from operating specialized inspection equipment and performing rigorous quality control checks, to optimizing workflows and maintaining a safe, world-class production environment.
Anduril is seeking a Lead Quality Inspector to join our rapidly growing manufacturing team. In this role, you will work with cutting-edge technology aimed at advancing the state-of-the-possible. You will lead and mentor a team of highly talented Quality Inspectors to produce advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and other defense assets for strategic military and commercial customers.
Responsibilities:
- Lead & Mentor: Coordinate daily team activities, schedules, and workflows. Assist inspectors in understanding work procedures, maintaining accurate work-order clocking, and meeting strict performance and safety standards.
- Collaborate Cross-Functional: Interface directly with Shipping, Receiving, Production, Quality Engineering, and Planning to rapidly resolve bottlenecks and support business needs.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Ensure clean, organized work areas (5S). Implement training programs to foster a highly skilled, cross-functional inspector workforce.
- Technical Inspection: Perform and oversee in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAI) using advanced metrology tools, mechanical drawings, and blueprints.
- Problem Solve: Navigate challenging production situations by leveraging your technical knowledge and quality principles to determine the most constructive path forward.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 3+ years of experience in an aerospace, defense, military, or high-reliability hardware testing environment.
- U.S. Person Status is required as this position needs to access controlled data.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Industry Experience: Background working in fast-paced, high-standard aerospace/defense environments
- Technical Domain Expertise: Hands-on inspection experience with structural, avionics, or propulsion manufacturing.
- Leadership Background: Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, or guiding teams (either in civilian manufacturing or military aviation/maintenance environments).
- Technical Skillset: Proficient in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications using ASME Y14.5 GD&T. Skillful use of precision hand tools (micrometers, calipers, scales, gauges, height gauges) and CMM equipment. Strong understanding of AS9100/ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
Benefits: At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.