Supplier Industrialization Engineer

ABOUT THE JOB

The Supplier Industrialization Engineer Heavy Metal/Mechanical Systems is a high-profile cross-functional position that plays an integral role in enabling development and production flow of Andurils critical heavy metal and mechanical supply base. You will work in close coordination with internal engineering quality supply chain and manufacturing departmentsas well as directly with suppliersto execute effective creative and smart supply chain strategies to achieve production goals.
Were looking for a talented Supplier Industrialization Engineer to expedite the qualification and implementation of heavy metal product designs with our suppliers optimizing these designs for quality efficiency and cost-effectiveness from early development through the entire product lifecycle. This role supports the Serapis heavy manufacturing line and focuses on complex industrial components requiring casting forging machining and fabrication processes.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Own and manage heavy metal mechanical commodities/subcategoriesincluding casting forging and machiningto execute supplier production (NPI to full production) strategies across Andurils business lines
• Be a force multiplier for the Supply Chain team and overall commodity strategy demonstrating a strong sense of ownership proactivity technical excellence creativity self-direction and courage
• Vet suppliers production capabilities factory layout facilities and workforce for supplier inclusion in the Approved Supplier Listwith a focus on heavy metal fabrication large-scale structures and complex subassemblies (e.g. torpedo tubes engine blocks forge blocks heavy modules)
• Support Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE) in ensuring suppliers understanding and adherence to the criteria for part quality set by SQE
• Own bringing up new production tooling & lines at supplier sites to ensure materials processes and tools are capable of meeting product performance quality (criteria set by SQE) and demand requirements for heavy metal components
• Own capacity expansion readiness and production ramp-up at suppliers particularly for large-scale forging casting and machining operations
• Establish and drive process performance and controls (SPC) reviews at supplier sites for critical heavy metal manufacturing processes
• Identify and drive product and process improvements factory layout optimization at supplier sites to lower part cost reduce supply risk eliminate potential defects and improve cycle time over the product lifecycle
• Support SQE with root cause task force at Anduril by working in tandem with the Supply Chain team and suppliers and be responsible for closing the loop on root cause corrective/preventative actions at supplier
• Engage strategically with major industrial equipment manufacturers (e.g. Rolls Royce GE Cummins Caterpillar John Deere) to streamline procurement processes and ensure production readiness

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering metallurgical/materials engineering manufacturing engineering or related technical field
• 6 years of experience in supplier industrialization supplier quality or manufacturing engineering within a heavy metal/mechanical manufacturing environment
• Deep technical expertise in casting forging machining and fabrication processes
• Experience working with complex subassemblies with large BOMs (1K2K part numbers)
• Understanding of GD&T CAD and metallurgy as applied to heavy industrial components
• Ability to travel at least 50% of the time to supplier sites
• Ability to work onsite at Anduril locations including Costa Mesa CA

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in mechanical or metallurgical/materials engineering combined with an MBA (technical business acumen highly valued)
• Previous experience in defense aerospace maritime oil & gas automotive or heavy industrial manufacturing
• Experience with powertrain systems (boats vehicles planes) and/or large-scale heavy metal structures
• Background at companies such as Pratt & Whitney Rolls Royce Siemens GE Vernova or similar heavy industrial OEMs
• Strong understanding of quality systems standards and certifications
• Familiarity with developing complex products in a high-mix low-volume environment
• Exposure to working in a fast-paced start-up environment
• Excellent communication and ability to effectively influence cross-functional partners
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance

US Salary Range

$146000 - $194000 USD

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