Full-Time
Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager
Mechanical Casting
Posted on 8/9/2025
Anduril
5,001-10,000 employees
Develops autonomous ISR systems and platform
Compensation Overview
$146k - $194k/yr
Newport Beach, CA, USA
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- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related technical field
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain commodity management of mechanical casting manufacturing, and/or sourcing engineering
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
- Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA
- Develop and execute commodity strategies for mechanical casting, focusing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain resilience
- End-to-end responsibility for delivering quality parts, when needed, at the right cost
- Act as the sourcing expert mechanical casting manufacturing
- Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP and strategic sourcing process for mechanical casting
- Own the business relationship with external Contract Manufacturing and responsible for continuity of supply, risk management, cost negotiations, and NPI to MP operation execution
- Partner with the Engineering team and Contract Manufacturers to influence technical design specs and customize product and manufacturing requirements
- Perform detailed analysis of quote submissions based on cost breakdown from data. Deep dive into every element of the supply chain and make data-driven decisions based on TCO
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to support prototype requirements, execute against build milestones, and lead sourcing activities
- Influence CM’s manufacturing processes and CapEx and technology decisions
- Negotiate key agreements with suppliers to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, flexibility, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms
- Collaborate internally, negotiate the right tradeoffs, solicit cooperation and resolve problems, and advance new supplier or product offerings
- Provide strong technical direction within the specific commodities, by evaluating and guiding product strategy throughout the product lifecycle
- Manage and lead the operations effort of developing new and adaptations of existing technologies for Anduril
- Develop & execute commercial agreements to properly reflect the expectations of project, which include fixed and variable costs, lead-times, schedules, manufacturing capacities, etc
- Conduct regular technology reviews to Executive staff and management
- Own the supplier performance management of their respective commodities, which includes key delivery, quality, cost, and innovation metrics
- Act as the primary escalation for their respective commodity
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or metallurgical/materials engineering
- Previous experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, high tech, or related industry
- Well-versed in TCO analysis to ensure data-driven analytics tied to component and supplier selection, in a product-based ecosystem
- Strategic thinker, experienced putting together commodities strategy/roadmap with key engineering stakeholders
- Proven leadership in driving and influencing other teams to a common goal. You know how to effectively communicate and collaborate cross functionally and with all levels within an organization
- Can wear different hats and it a strong team player to help your team move forward.
- You are fluent in other cross functional areas to fill gaps and remove roadblocks when needed
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance
Anduril develops autonomous defense and security systems for government and commercial clients. Its Lattice platform coordinates a family of autonomous air, land, and sea vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, enabling them to share data and operate together at the tactical edge. The vehicle lineup includes air systems like Roadrunner, Fury, Ghost, and ALTIUS and underwater Diver Dive LD, plus a supply of rocket motors for defense and commercial uses. Revenue comes from selling the autonomous systems and the Lattice software, with ongoing support and updates; the aim is to provide integrated, networked security solutions that improve monitoring, response, and decision-making across land, air, sea, and underwater domains.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$6.5B
Headquarters
Costa Mesa, California
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- $4B raise at $60B valuation March 2026 led by a16z and Thrive Capital.
- $20B US Army contract and Air Force CCA win drive $4.3B revenue in 2026.
- Golden Dome consortium with Impulse Space targets 2028 Space Force demo.
What critics are saying
- Palantir undercuts Lattice by securing DoD Golden Dome software contracts within 12 months.
- SpaceX dominates Golden Dome $3.2B awards, sidelining Anduril prototypes by 2028.
- Lockheed crushes Anduril in $340M on-orbit tests, relegating to subcontractor by 2027.
What makes Anduril unique
- Lattice platform integrates autonomous air, land, sea systems for ISR missions.
- Achieves 40-45% gross margins versus 8-10% of Boeing and Lockheed primes.
- Digital engineering accelerates tactical missile development, winning NPS-ONR prize April 2026.
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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
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↑ 4%Anduril wins US navy prize for accelerated missile development. The US Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) and the Office of Naval Research (ONR) have awarded Anduril Industries the Tactical Missile Innovation Prize, recognizing its approach to accelerating tactical missile development. Launched in January 2026, the challenge sought next-generation concepts rather than finished products to develop low-cost, versatile missile systems that meet modern operational requirements. The competition emphasized "non-traditional acquisition pathways and industry collaboration" to achieve "scalable production and faster fielding" of disruptive capabilities. Driving 'more practical ways' Anduril emerged from more than 40 submissions, with judges citing its "credible" end-to-end methodology. The company's proposal integrates digital engineering, modeling and simulation, and flight testing into a unified development process aligned with immediate battlefield needs. "The NPS-ONR Tactical Missile Innovation Prize Challenge underscores the value of engaging industry in new ways," said Kaitie Penry, director of emerging technology and innovation at NPS. "The winning submission highlights how innovative thinking...can help focus and accelerate prototypes and concepts into more affordable, adaptable capabilities." Anduril will receive a $200,000 award from ONR as part of the prize and may pursue further collaboration with NPS through a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement. "Critical warfighter needs demand faster, more practical ways to move from idea to application," explained US Marine Corps Maj. Dillon Pierce, who led the challenge. "This challenge highlighted innovative ways to do just that."
Arby's becomes supporting partner of NASCAR san diego weekend presented by anduril. Reading Time: 4 mins read Excitement continues building for historic event at naval base coronado, june 19-21. SAN DIEGO (april 7, 2026) - arby's has "the meats." NASCAR has the racing. Together, they will combine those incredible ingredients to create an unforgettable experience for race fans, june 19-21, as the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the united states navy. That's because NASCAR announced today that arby's will serve as a supporting partner of NASCAR san diego weekend presented by anduril, pairing two beloved brands built on passion, performance and delivering unforgettable moments for their devoted fans. From the thunder of NASCAR to the unmistakable deliciousness of arby's classics, fans can expect a race weekend stacked with flavor as NASCAR embarks on its maiden voyage at naval base coronado. "As we quickly approach race weekend, it's important to align with brands that are bold and memorable," said amy lupo, president of NASCAR san diego race weekend. "Arby's brings energy, creativity and a loyal fan base that perfectly complements the excitement of NASCAR. We're thrilled to welcome them to this historic event." Arby's, the beloved fast-food chain renowned for its delicious sandwiches and signature sauces, offers a variety of high-quality proteins and innovative, crave-able sides, such as curly fries and jamocha shakes. Arby's restaurant services feature a unique blend of quick-serve speed combined with the quality and made-for-you care of fast casual. Arby's restaurant group, inc. is the franchisor of the arby's brand and is part of the inspire brands family of restaurants headquartered in atlanta, ga. Founded in 1964, arby's is a leading sandwich drive-thru restaurant brand with more than 3,600 restaurants globally. Most importantly, arby's is no stranger to NASCAR fans. The brand is also a partner of JR motorsports and can be seen on the cars of NASCAR o'reilly parts series stalwarts justin allgaier, carson kvapil and sammy smith throughout the season. Arby's also served as a founding partner of the 2025 chicago street race, bringing its signature blend of fun and flavor to one of nascar's most memorable events. NASCAR fans will receive a solid serving of both during NASCAR san diego weekend as arby's branding and activation will be prominent on naval base coronado. Arby's joins pala casino golf resort & spa and camping world as supporting partners of NASCAR san diego weekend presented by anduril. More supporting partners will be announced in the weeks ahead. Racing action at naval base coronado begins with navy community day on friday, june 19. Friday access will be open exclusively to members of the U.S. Navy at naval base coronado and a limited amount of coronado residents, culminating with the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN truck series race. Ticket holders from the general public will be welcome aboard june 20-21. The NASCAR o'reilly auto parts series will take center stage on saturday, june 20, and the stars of the NASCAR cup series will compete in the anduril 250 race the base on sunday, june 21. Race fans are encouraged to visit nascarsandiego.com for the latest information. About arby's: Arby's, founded in 1964, is a leading destination for high-quality meat-crafted sandwiches, with more than 3,500 restaurants in six global markets. Arby's is part of the inspire brands family of restaurants. About NASCAR: The national association for stock car auto racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the no. 1 form of motorsports in the united states and owner of 14 of the nation's major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR sanctions races in three national series (NASCAR cup series(tm), NASCAR xfinity series(tm), and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN truck series(tm), four international series (NASCAR brasil series, NASCAR canada series, NASCAR euro series, NASCAR mexico series), four regional series (ARCA menards series, ARCA menards series east & west and the NASCAR whelen modified tour) and a local grassroots series (NASCAR advance auto parts weekly series). The international motor sports association(tm)(imsa(r) governs the IMSA weathertech sportscar championship(tm), the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns motor racing network, racing electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in daytona beach, florida, with offices in five cities across north america, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races annually in 11 countries and more than 30 U.S. states. About naval base coronado: Naval base coronado is home to 17 squadrons, three aircraft carriers, four SEAL teams, navy expeditionary combat command squadrons, and other air, surface and subsurface commands. Notable commands include commander naval air forces, naval surface force pacific, commander naval special warfare, and the fleet readiness center southwest. About sports san diego: Recognizing that san diego is a premier tourist destination, the mission of sports san diego, a non-profit 501c3 organization, is to generate tourism, visibility, and economic impact for the san diego region by producing the rady children's invitational, holiday bowl, california state games, and recruiting outstanding sports events and experiences to san diego.
Anduril and Impulse Space join Golden Dome orbital interceptor effort. 6 April 2026 Credit: Wikipedia Commons Two US defence-tech startups, Anduril and Impulse Space, are moving into one of the most ambitious elements of Donald Trump's proposed Golden Dome missile defence system: space-based interceptors, reports Bloomberg. What are the interceptors? According to sources familiar with the effort, the Pentagon selected the two companies to develop prototype interceptors designed to track and destroy missiles from orbit. Anduril leads the project, while Impulse Space acts as a subcontractor, providing in-space mobility, including propulsion and manoeuvring systems for interceptor spacecraft. The interceptor concept focuses on detecting, tracking, and engaging missile threats during flight using assets positioned in orbit. The hardware and operational concepts are now in early development. Early contracts and programme structure. The United States Space Force awarded a set of classified contracts in November for interceptor prototypes, each valued at under $9 million. Officials did not publicly disclose the recipients, but Anduril and Impulse are among the companies involved. Golden Dome was established by executive order and remains a classified programme. Officials have released only limited public information, mainly contract announcements and statements, and have provided few technical details. Developers designed the system as a multi-layer missile defence network that combines ground, air, and space components. Company roles and capabilities. Impulse Space, founded in 2021 by former SpaceX propulsion chief Tom Mueller, develops spacecraft for in-space transportation. Its vehicles are capable of moving payloads between orbits and performing orbital manoeuvres, supporting the positioning and deployment of space assets. The company has contracts with NASA, the National Reconnaissance Office, and the US Space Systems Command. Anduril develops autonomous defence systems and the Lattice command-and-control platform, which integrates data from sensors, radars, and satellites. The company has secured multiple Space Force contracts related to space-domain awareness and tracking systems. The two companies have previously partnered on spacecraft combining propulsion systems, sensor payloads, and autonomy software for national security missions. Golden Dome programme scope. Golden Dome includes a space-based interceptor layer intended to operate in orbit alongside ground and airborne systems. The architecture requires coordination between tracking, command-and-control, and interception capabilities across multiple domains. The programme's estimated cost is approximately $185 billion. An initial operational demonstration is targeted for 2028, according to programme lead General Michael Guetlein. Last updated: 6th Apr 2026 Published by Space Enthusiast An amateur rocket enthusiast with a keen interest in all space-related activity. Looking forward to the day when the UK starts launching rockets into space and I'm able to watch launches (from a safe distance of course).
Safe Pro Group inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI) adds Brian Mack to the company's Strategic Advisory Board. April 6, 2026 * Safe Pro Group recently announced that the company is adding Brian Mack, a Retired U.S. Army Officer of Acquisition, Contracting & Modernization, to the company's strategic advisory board. * Mack is a former Anduril Senior Business Development Director, and brings with him a proven track record in defense capture, growth strategy, and Army modernization. * He joins at a time when Safe Pro Group is looking to accelerate revenue growth, following the company's recent $1 million U.S. Government subcontract award for its AI-powered edge processing solution. Safe Pro Group (NASDAQ: SPAI), a company that develops security, defense, and situational awareness solutions, recently announced that the company is adding Brian Mack to the Strategic Advisory Board (https://nnw.fm/KsAIv). Mack, who is a retired U.S. Army Officer and a former Anduril Senior Business Development Director, has a proven track record in defense capture, growth strategy, and Army modernization. He had a key role in helping Anduril Industries successfully capture the U.S. Army's $100 million Next Generation Command and Control ("NGC2") contract, and also helped build a $2 billion-plus Army pipeline aligned to C5ISR mission areas. In total, he brings more than 20 years of leadership, management, and advisory experience to the team, with this experience spanning numerous markets such as government, defense, and emerging technology. Mack joins at a key time for Safe Pro as the company is looking to accelerate revenue growth following the recent $1 million U.S. Government subcontract award it received for its AI-powered edge processing solution. Speaking about the appointment, Safe Pro Group Chairman and CEO, Dan Erdberg, said that "Brian is a proven defense acquisition expert with deep relationships across the U.S. Army contracting and procurement chains, bringing timely acquisition expertise to Safe Pro Group. I look forward to working together with Brian as we continue to execute on our mission of fielding our patented AI to deliver enhanced force protection across the U.S. Army." Safe Pro's patented AI solutions are built on its Safe Pro Object Threat Detection ("SPOTD") technology which analyzes drone imagery and video to rapidly detect and identify small explosive threats. In addition to identifying more than 150 kinds of landmines and unexploded ordnance ("UXO"), the platform also converts raw video into high-resolution 2D/3D geospatial models to support operational decision-making. The SPOTD platform has been operating in Ukraine for three years and is supported by a dataset of more than 2.6 million analyzed images, over 47,800 identified threats, and has covered around 32,868 acres of land. About Safe Pro Group. (NASDAQ: SPAI) Safe Pro Group is a mission-driven tech company that develops and delivers AI-powered security and defense solutions. It serves customers in various industries, such as homeland security, defense, law enforcement, humanitarian, and others. At the core of the company's mission is a patented AI-powered computer vision software technology that can analyze drone footage to rapidly detect small objects and threats, to enable safer field operations. NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to SPAI are available in the company's newsroom at https://nnw.fm/SPAI About NetworkNewsWire NetworkNewsWire ("NNW") is a specialized communications platform with a focus on financial news and content distribution for private and public companies and the investment community. It is one of 75+ brands within the Dynamic Brand Portfolio @ IBN that delivers: (1) access to a vast network of wire solutions via InvestorWire to efficiently and effectively reach a myriad of target markets, demographics and diverse industries; (2) article and editorial syndication to 5,000+ outlets; (3) enhanced press release enhancement to ensure maximum impact; (4) social media distribution via IBN to millions of social media followers; and (5) a full array of tailored corporate communications solutions. With broad reach and a seasoned team of contributing journalists and writers, NNW is uniquely positioned to best serve private and public companies that want to reach a wide audience of investors, influencers, consumers, journalists and the general public. By cutting through the overload of information in today's market, NNW brings its clients unparalleled recognition and brand awareness. NNW is where breaking news, insightful content and actionable information converge. To receive SMS text alerts from NetworkNewsWire, text "STOCKS" to 888-902-4192 (U.S. Mobile Phones Only) Please see full terms of use and disclaimers on the NetworkNewsWire website applicable to all content provided by NNW, wherever published or re-published: https://www.NetworkNewsWire.com/Disclaimer NetworkNewsWire is powered by IBN Select A Month
Impulse Space, Anduril to develop space interceptor prototypes. Impulse Space is working with Anduril Industries on prototype space-based interceptors for President Donald Trump's Golden Dome shield, people familiar with the matter said. Impulse Space is a California spacecraft startup led by Tom Mueller, a founding member and employee No. 1 at SpaceX. The companies have been selected by the Pentagon to develop prototypes, the people said. In November, the US Space Force said it awarded multiple contracts of under US$9 million each to unnamed firms, with Impulse serving as a subcontractor to Anduril, the people said. The interceptors are meant to track and destroy missiles from orbit, but the technology does not yet exist, and Golden Dome could cost US$185 billion and show operational capability by 2028, General Michael Guetlein said in March. Food for thought. Implications, context, and why it matters. Tiny contracts open the door to a multi-billion dollar prize. * Anduril and Impulse Space are competing with Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and startup True Anomaly, which Reuters reported were among firms that received initial prototype awards 1. * A July Pentagon presentation seen by Reuters put the early awards at about $120,000 each, keeping them below the $9 million level that typically triggers public disclosure requirements 2, 1. * Those starter deals feed into a bigger contest with a $340 million prize pool for companies that complete an on-orbit test, based on the July presentation cited by Reuters 2. * Winners can then pursue production work estimated at $1.8 billion to $3.4 billion a year, which makes the small awards a high-pressure entry step 2. The Pentagon is setting up a showdown between defense giants and startups. * The Golden Dome approach pushes newer defense tech firms to compete head-to-head with traditional defense primes 3. * For startups like Anduril, an award can serve as proof of capability and help a shift from experimental vendor to potential prime contractor on a large weapons system 3. * For incumbents like Lockheed Martin, participating helps protect existing missile-defense business lines as attention moves to space-based systems meant to track and destroy missiles from orbit 3. * Software also sits at the center of the effort. Anduril and Palantir Technologies (a software company that sells data-analysis tools to governments and enterprises) are working together on Golden Dome software, according to a source familiar with the matter cited in a Reuters pickup 4. Stay updated on the go with our mobile app. Get latest insights with smoother, more personalized experience through TIA mobile app. How would you feel if you could no longer use Tech in Asia? Share, tag us, and land on our Wall of!