Director of Quality at Anduril Industries
Atlanta, GA 30301
About the Job
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.What You’ll DoOwn all aspects of Quality for the Atlanta division to support production of 1000’s of high-quality products per yearLead and own supplier and manufacturing quality to improve yields and reliability across the product lifecycleLead and own the Quality Management System with a sustainable path to maintain AS9100 certificationDesign and implement a Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) program compliant with AS9100 certificationOwn 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 materialEstablish and implement a Zero Defects programPartner with other functional teams such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Deployment Operations to execute successRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field10+ years of relevant experience working with OEM suppliers and manufacturing operations building complex hardware and software systems5+ years experience working in a AS9100 regulated environmentExperience in engineering, manufacturing, or quality within the aerospace/defense, automotive, or medical device fieldsProven record in strategy and execution of Quality Management Systems in a certified AS9100 enterpriseWorking 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 finishProven ability to track, prioritize and drive to success multiple concurrent projects with a strong operational backgroundHands-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 topicsU.S
Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled dataPreferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in a technical fieldExperience as an auditor for AS9100 or other ISO 9001-based QMS standard (e.g., ISO 13485, IATF 16949).Experience with low volume manufacturingUS Salary Range$153,000—$229,500 USDThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only
Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations
Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package
Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S
roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more
Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k)
(US roles only)The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology
All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process
If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit .
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.What You’ll DoOwn all aspects of Quality for the Atlanta division to support production of 1000’s of high-quality products per yearLead and own supplier and manufacturing quality to improve yields and reliability across the product lifecycleLead and own the Quality Management System with a sustainable path to maintain AS9100 certificationDesign and implement a Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) program compliant with AS9100 certificationOwn 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 materialEstablish and implement a Zero Defects programPartner with other functional teams such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Deployment Operations to execute successRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field10+ years of relevant experience working with OEM suppliers and manufacturing operations building complex hardware and software systems5+ years experience working in a AS9100 regulated environmentExperience in engineering, manufacturing, or quality within the aerospace/defense, automotive, or medical device fieldsProven record in strategy and execution of Quality Management Systems in a certified AS9100 enterpriseWorking 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 finishProven ability to track, prioritize and drive to success multiple concurrent projects with a strong operational backgroundHands-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 topicsU.S
Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled dataPreferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in a technical fieldExperience as an auditor for AS9100 or other ISO 9001-based QMS standard (e.g., ISO 13485, IATF 16949).Experience with low volume manufacturingUS Salary Range$153,000—$229,500 USDThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only
Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations
Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package
Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S
roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more
Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k)
(US roles only)The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology
All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process
If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit .
