Quality Specialist

Anduril • Hudson, NH

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About The Position

The Quality Specialist supports quality operations at Advanced Infrared Solutions (AIRS), an Anduril Industries imaging site in Hudson, New Hampshire. The role helps ensure product and process quality in a regulated hardware-manufacturing environment by coordinating material reviews, investigating nonconformances, supporting audits and calibration, and advancing continuous improvement. The position works across functions to protect production quality and reduce delays, while supporting quality practices and requirements throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a technical field such as manufacturing, mechanical, electronics, or optics, or equivalent hands-on industry experience.
• At least 3 years of experience directly supporting a production line, cleanroom, or hardware manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity with cleanroom environments, contamination control, and strict ESD-control protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T, optical prints, schematics, and CAD.
• Experience using mechanical inspection tools such as optical microscopes, calipers, XRF, and CMM.
• Working knowledge of quality management standards in regulated production environments, such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or IATF 16949.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MRB, material containment, and standard RCCA problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong adherence to procedures, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a dynamic, evolving environment.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with high-precision micro-assemblies, vacuum systems, metal fabrication (including welding, brazing, and soldering), or camera/optical modules.
• Familiarity with digital manufacturing tools such as MES, PLM/PDM (Teamcenter or Windchill), and ERP systems (SAP or NetSuite).
• ASQ certification such as CQE, CQA, or CQT.
• Experience supporting supplier quality programs, supplier assessments, or supplier corrective action activities.
• Experience supporting design and development, new product introduction (NPI), or transition-to-production activities.
• Practical experience in Lean Manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the site Material Review Board (MRB) process.
• Inspect non-conforming parts against engineering specifications and document findings.
• Lead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations to prevent recurring quality escapes.
• Collaborate on timely material disposition to reduce production delays and inventory holding costs.
• Promote awareness of quality requirements, objectives, and continuous improvement principles.
• Support training on quality processes, procedures, and Quality Management System requirements.
• Propose, develop, and implement quality assurance policies and procedures in consultation with quality engineering.
• Review and propose continuous improvement projects that support productivity, quality, and Anduril's quality policy.
• Support calibration by conducting recalls, managing the calibration database, and coordinating logistics with third-party calibration services.
• Perform internal process and procedure audits and support external audits.
• Analyze data and conduct traceability investigations to identify trends, inconsistencies, variation, and other factors affecting processes and product quality.
• Support development of inspection methods, acceptance criteria, verification activities, and quality controls for products, components, and processes.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers.
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, described as a comprehensive, competitive package available at little to no cost to employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree