Director of Quality

Anduril Industries•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

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’s Production organization is seeking a Director of Quality to join our team. The Quality team works with our customers, internal teams, and suppliers to ensure the deployment of reliable products that meet all mission requirements. We develop cutting-edge Quality processes and methods to secure scalable, long-term business success. As the leader of the Quality team, you will work inside and outside the organization to develop strategies, define and execute plans, and implement processes that deliver reliable products. The right person for this role has knowledge of manufacturing, product development, and continuous improvement. If you are someone who loves to build world-class Quality processes, develop teams, and be accountable for results, then this role is for you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field
10+ years of relevant experience working with OEM suppliers and manufacturing operations building complex hardware and software systems
5+ years experience working in a AS9100 regulated environment
Experience in engineering, manufacturing, or quality within the aerospace/defense, automotive, or medical device fields
Proven record in strategy and execution of Quality Management Systems in a certified AS9100 enterprise
Working knowledge of product development methodologies such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Change Management, and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
A strong ownership mindset with demonstrated capability to drive projects from start to finish
Proven ability to track, prioritize and drive to success multiple concurrent projects with a strong operational background
Hands-on leader. You're resourceful, forward-thinking, drawn to building from ambiguous and unsolved problems and have an "own the outcome" mindset.
Influence and partnering with a diverse group of stakeholders, able to partner with deeply technical as well as operational, business-minded leaders on key Quality and Manufacturing topics
U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a technical field
Experience as an auditor for AS9100 or other ISO 9001-based QMS standard (e.g., ISO 13485, IATF 16949).
Experience with low volume manufacturing

Responsibilities

Own all aspects of Quality for the Atlanta division to support production of 1000’s of high-quality products per year
Lead and own supplier and manufacturing quality to improve yields and reliability across the product lifecycle
Lead and own the Quality Management System with a sustainable path to maintain AS9100 certification
Leading the Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) program
Own and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) for Quality across the manufacturing organization (Cost of Poor Quality, Escapes, Supplier Defects, and others)
Carry out containment, RCCA, and disposition actions of any quality “escapes” or defective material
Establish and implement a Zero Defects program
Partner with other functional teams such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Deployment Operations to execute success

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits
US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.