Anduril Industries, Inc.
Senior Supplier Sourcing Engineer, Supply Chain
Anduril Industries, Inc., Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
Senior Supplier Sourcing Engineer, Supply Chain
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
About the Job
The Senior Supplier Sourcing Engineer (internally known at Anduril as a Senior Product Sourcing Engineer) drives the strategic supply network development and cost management of Anduril’s product hardware across their lifecycles, by collaborating with suppliers and cross-functionally, including engineering, quality, and manufacturing.
What You'll Do
Conduct supplier selection for a specific product, leveraging our approved supplier list Partner with strategic suppliers to accelerate product development via activities such as:
Concept scoping to quickly solidify requirements Feature trade-off / trade tables Should cost / Clean sheet models Joint design development, via clear statements of work Simulation of mechanical & electronics designs
Drive the development and consolidation of a manufacturing BOM, working with Quality & Manufacturing, to ramp production internally and with our suppliers with high flexibility Manage the CAPEX throughout NPI Conduct value-stream mapping to optimize supply network lead time and flexibility Complete the BOM risk assessment, include alternate component sourcing, etc. Ensure completion of all component qualifications, ahead of production Reduce complexity: commonality optimization & component/supplier rationalization Lead all cost engineering activities to converge the bottoms-up cost curve to product cost, maximizing the total cost of ownership (TCO) across the product lifecycle Manage ad-hoc cost issues e.g., tariffs / import export cost, and cost inflation
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical field 5+ years of experience in sourcing engineering, supplier engagement and development, or design of electronics and/or mechanical devices Domain expertise of value/procurement engineering or TCO-related work at the component & product level Ability to travel 10% - 40% of the time, variable based on program needs Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or advanced technical degree Deeper experience within:
Design & development of electronics and/or mechanical devices Advanced sourcing activities, including stints as commodity/sourcing managers Supplier development (technology, process, supply chain, etc.) Early supplier engagement, ahead of product/engineering requirement realization
Familiarity with developing high-tech products in a high-mix, low-volume environment Exposure to working in a fast-pace, start-up environment Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance
Salary and Benefits
US Salary Range $146,000 - $194,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Anduril offers equity and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
Benefits (selected)
Healthcare Benefits: US roles include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; other regions may have region-specific coverage Additional Benefits: Income protection, generous time off, family planning & parenting support, mental health resources, professional development, commuter benefits Retirement Savings Plan: US 401(k) and Roth options; regional equivalents where applicable
Equal Employment Opportunity
Anduril Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected status. Any information provided in voluntary self-identification sections is confidential and used for compliance purposes.
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
About the Job
The Senior Supplier Sourcing Engineer (internally known at Anduril as a Senior Product Sourcing Engineer) drives the strategic supply network development and cost management of Anduril’s product hardware across their lifecycles, by collaborating with suppliers and cross-functionally, including engineering, quality, and manufacturing.
What You'll Do
Conduct supplier selection for a specific product, leveraging our approved supplier list Partner with strategic suppliers to accelerate product development via activities such as:
Concept scoping to quickly solidify requirements Feature trade-off / trade tables Should cost / Clean sheet models Joint design development, via clear statements of work Simulation of mechanical & electronics designs
Drive the development and consolidation of a manufacturing BOM, working with Quality & Manufacturing, to ramp production internally and with our suppliers with high flexibility Manage the CAPEX throughout NPI Conduct value-stream mapping to optimize supply network lead time and flexibility Complete the BOM risk assessment, include alternate component sourcing, etc. Ensure completion of all component qualifications, ahead of production Reduce complexity: commonality optimization & component/supplier rationalization Lead all cost engineering activities to converge the bottoms-up cost curve to product cost, maximizing the total cost of ownership (TCO) across the product lifecycle Manage ad-hoc cost issues e.g., tariffs / import export cost, and cost inflation
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical field 5+ years of experience in sourcing engineering, supplier engagement and development, or design of electronics and/or mechanical devices Domain expertise of value/procurement engineering or TCO-related work at the component & product level Ability to travel 10% - 40% of the time, variable based on program needs Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or advanced technical degree Deeper experience within:
Design & development of electronics and/or mechanical devices Advanced sourcing activities, including stints as commodity/sourcing managers Supplier development (technology, process, supply chain, etc.) Early supplier engagement, ahead of product/engineering requirement realization
Familiarity with developing high-tech products in a high-mix, low-volume environment Exposure to working in a fast-pace, start-up environment Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance
Salary and Benefits
US Salary Range $146,000 - $194,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Anduril offers equity and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
Benefits (selected)
Healthcare Benefits: US roles include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; other regions may have region-specific coverage Additional Benefits: Income protection, generous time off, family planning & parenting support, mental health resources, professional development, commuter benefits Retirement Savings Plan: US 401(k) and Roth options; regional equivalents where applicable
Equal Employment Opportunity
Anduril Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected status. Any information provided in voluntary self-identification sections is confidential and used for compliance purposes.
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