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About The Job 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.
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 Range $146,000 - $194,000 USD (base salary only). Actual salary offer may vary based on experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.
Benefits
Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans at little to no cost to you (US roles). Full cost of medical insurance premiums for UK & AUS roles. Annual contribution toward private health insurance for IE roles.
Income protection: Life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave available.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, gestational carriers, plus resources.
Mental Health Resources: Free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan:
US: 401(k), Roth, after‑tax mega backdoor Roth options.
UK & IE: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS: Superannuation plan.
Location Costa Mesa, CA
Employment Type Full‑time
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Software Development
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Senior Product Sourcing Engineer, Electrical Hardware
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About The Job 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.
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 Range $146,000 - $194,000 USD (base salary only). Actual salary offer may vary based on experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.
Benefits
Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans at little to no cost to you (US roles). Full cost of medical insurance premiums for UK & AUS roles. Annual contribution toward private health insurance for IE roles.
Income protection: Life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave available.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, gestational carriers, plus resources.
Mental Health Resources: Free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan:
US: 401(k), Roth, after‑tax mega backdoor Roth options.
UK & IE: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS: Superannuation plan.
Location Costa Mesa, CA
Employment Type Full‑time
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Job Function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Software Development
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