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.
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.
As Vice President of Quality, you will lead our quality initiatives across all aspects of the organization. This critical role is essential in our mission for excellence, continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Develop, articulate and implement Anduril's Quality strategy. Formulate a long-term vision aligned with company's mission and business objectives.
- Help influence corporate strategy, ensuring quality considerations are integrated into business considerations.
- Leverage the latest technologies and methodologies to champion initiatives that continuously improve our quality processes.
- Establish global quality policies, procedures and standards to drive consistency and excellence across all departments and products.
- Oversee resource planning and budgeting for the Quality department.
- Collaborate with other leadership across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and field operations to integrate quality processes.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, operators, and regulatory bodies, to align requirements and expectations.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with industry standards.
- Establish Quality objectives and key performance indicators to drive organizational and product excellence.
- Oversee Quality activities and teams across design, supply chain, manufacturing, field operations, compliance, metrology, and data systems.
- Represent Anduril Quality in industry forums, conferences, and with regulatory agencies.
- Maintain an independent, objective organization, while still partnering as a stakeholder in areas of cost and schedule.
- Utilize advanced analytics to monitor quality performance, identify trends, and inform corporate strategic decisions.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
- Minimum of 15 years of industry experience that includes Quality management within the defense, aerospace or or other end system hardware.
- Start-up into full rate production experience
- Proven track record of developing and implementing global Quality strategies.
- Experience leading large-scale organizational change and driving cultural transformation.
- Deep knowledge of Quality Management Systems and standards such as ISO9001, AS9100, etc.
- Experience in interfacing with agencies and managing regulatory compliance.
- Experience in a variety of Quality domains, including design, production, supply chain, etc.
- Experience in large-scale risk assessment and management at a corporate level.
- Strong knowledge in one or more technical or production industry areas as it relates to design for Quality, root cause corrective action, measurement analysis, etc.
- Working knowledge of product development methodologies such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) elements such as Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree and/or other continued levels of education and certifications
- Experience with Institute for Printed Circuit (IPC) standards
- Experience working with full end item system rate production - Military, Commercial or both industries preferred
- Experience with government contracts and Mil standard requirements
- Experience working with DCMA
- Experience managing Quality operations across multiple international locations.
US Salary Range
$228,000—$300,000 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. 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 top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
- Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
- 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
- A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
- Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
- Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
- Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
- 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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Anduril is a defense products company. Unlike most defense companies, we don’t wait for our customers to tell us what they need. We identify problems, privately fund our R&D and sell finished products off the shelf. Ideas are turned into deployed capabilities in months, not years.
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