Lead Quality Inspector

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 TEAM

The Quality team is responsible for a wide range of activities that are crucial to the manufacturing process including operating equipment, assembling products, performing quality control checks, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Lead Quality Inspector to join our manufacturing team at Anduril. Here you will work on cutting-edge technology aimed at advancing the state-of-the-possible. The Lead Quality Inspector will lead a team of highly talented Quality Inspectors to produce UAS for strategic military and commercial customers. This is a highly dynamic role that requires both frontline technical skills.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Interface with Shipping, Receiving, Production, Quality, Planning and other related departments to resolve problems relative to business needs.
• Coordinate daily activities, including schedules and work flow with the production team and leadership.
• Assist team members in understanding work procedures, maintaining work order clocking activities, and ensuring performance standards are met.
• Assist in implementing training programs as needed to maintain a highly skilled, cross-functional workforce.
• Ensure that a clean and organized work area is maintained by making continuous improvements to workspace design.

*This opportunity would be for second shift with the hours of 3pm-11:30pm*

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 years of experience in aerospace, military, quality, or testing environment.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance & comfortable working in a fast paced environment.
• Strong understanding of in-process, final inspections, and visual inspection methods.
• Ability to navigate challenging situations, using technical knowledge and quality principles to understand the current state and determine the constructive path forward.
• Previous leadership experience: Guiding teams and refining improvement ideas, effectively communicating the benefits to influence stakeholders, and executing actions to deliver results aligned with Anduril Quality Policy.
• Practical experience with Quality Management Systems standards (AS9100/ISO 9001).
• Able to read and interpret various mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to utilize hand tools for inspection, i.e. micrometers, calipers, scales, gauges and height gauges.
• Able to multi-task between production checks and FAIs.
• Experience with GD&T.
• CMM experience.
• Solid computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to detect design and drawing flaws.
• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specification using ASME Y14.5. GD&T and skillful use of metrology tools and gauges.

US Hourly Range $36—$54 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. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • For UK roles, Private Medical In