Full-Time

Sourcing Engineer

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Anduril

Anduril

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Robotics & Automation
Defense

Compensation Overview

$100k - $150kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Mid

Quincy, MA, USA

Relocation assistance available depending on role eligibility.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience, ideally has background 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
  • Domain expertise must include value/procurement engineering or TCO-related work at the component & product level.
  • Familiarity with developing high-tech products in a high-mix, low-volume environment
  • Some exposure working in a start-up environment
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (BSME, BSEE) or other related technical degree. Advanced technical degree or MBA strongly preferred
  • U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
Responsibilities
  • 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
  • Drive the development and consolidation of a manufacturing BOM, working with Quality & Manufacturing, to ramp production internally and with our suppliers with high flexibility
  • Accountable for all NPI component procurement, on-time and correctly, to scale
  • 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

Anduril Industries develops advanced autonomous systems for military and security purposes, focusing on providing solutions to government and commercial clients, particularly in the defense sector. The company's main product is the Lattice platform, a software system that integrates various autonomous vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. This platform enables seamless operation of air, land, and sea vehicles, ensuring effective performance in challenging environments. Anduril's product range includes autonomous air systems like the Roadrunner and Fury, as well as underwater vehicles such as the Dive LD, which are designed for various operational needs. Unlike many competitors, Anduril emphasizes continuous innovation and integration of new technologies to maintain its edge in the defense technology market. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions that operate across multiple domains.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$3.6B

Headquarters

Orange, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

27%

1 year growth

69%

2 year growth

177%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $1.5 billion investment boosts Anduril's growth and innovation potential.
  • $100 million contract with U.S. Space Force expands space surveillance capabilities.
  • Increased demand for counter-drone systems enhances market opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • OpenAI partnership may lead to ethical and regulatory challenges.
  • Reliance on government contracts risks exposure to defense spending changes.

What makes Anduril unique

  • Anduril's Lattice platform integrates autonomous systems for seamless ISR missions.
  • Partnership with OpenAI enhances AI capabilities in defense applications.
  • Focus on hypersonic technology and counter-drone systems sets Anduril apart.

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Benefits

Full Family Health Coverage

16 Weeks Paid Leave for All Caregivers

Family Planning & Support

Incentivized Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Financial Planning

Unlimited Provisions

Professional Development