Federal Materials Associate (FAR/DFAR Required)

As a Federal Materials Associate at Anduril Industries, your primary responsibilities will center around the management of inventory and the flowing of materials to support production schedules. This includes processing shipping and receiving at our Costa Mesa and Santa Ana locations, preparing finished stock for shipment, and ensuring that all records regarding materials are accurately maintained. You’ll also be tasked with regular cycle counts and ensuring high accuracy in inventory management—crucial for adhering to stringent quality standards. The role demands flexibility and problem-solving skills to tackle operational challenges efficiently.

To qualify for the Federal Materials Associate role at Anduril Industries, candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in warehousing or a comparable field. It’s essential to possess knowledge of federal property management as well as compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations. Additional qualifications include the ability to handle forklifts and a valid driver’s license. Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office is a plus, along with excellent problem-solving and customer service skills.

The work schedule for the Federal Materials Associate at Anduril Industries typically runs Monday through Friday, with shifts from either 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM or 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM. This schedule allows for ample engagement with operational processes while ensuring a work-life balance that supports employee well-being. It’s essential that you can commit to this schedule to effectively meet the demands of our fast-paced supply chain environment.

At Anduril Industries, we prioritize the growth and development of our employees, including those in the Federal Materials Associate role. We offer a professional development stipend alongside comprehensive training programs to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to current industry practices. This support not only empowers you to excel in your position but also prepares you for career advancement within the constantly evolving defense technology sector.

The compensation package for the Federal Materials Associate position at Anduril Industries includes a competitive hourly wage ranging from $28 to $40, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to salary, our package features exceptional benefits, such as comprehensive healthcare, generous paid leave, and support for family planning, among others. We believe that a rewarding compensation structure is key to attracting and retaining skilled professionals committed to our mission.

When answering this question, highlight specific instances where you've managed inventory under FAR and DFAR guidelines in your previous roles. Illustrate your familiarity with necessary regulations and how you've ensured compliance, possibly sharing metrics or improvements in efficiency as a result of your management.

Discuss your approach to prioritization, emphasizing the importance of deadline-driven tasks. Explain how you assess the urgency and impact of tasks and provide examples of how you’ve successfully managed multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

Share your hands-on experience with warehouse machinery, detailing how long you've operated equipment like forklifts, the training you've received, and examples of how this experience has positively impacted workflow and safety in your past employment.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to outline your approach to problem-solving. Be specific about your role in identifying the issue and the steps you took to resolve it, as well as the outcome—in terms of improved efficiency or reduced errors, for example.

Discuss methods you use to maintain accuracy in inventory, such as regular cycle counts, careful record-keeping, and leveraging technology (like ERP systems). Illustrate your attention to detail and any strategies that have helped you minimize discrepancies in past roles.

Share your passion for technology and defense, discussing any personal connection or motivation that drives you to contribute meaningfully to national security efforts. This might include a commitment to ensuring that our military enjoys the most effective resources possible.

Provide examples of how you've monitored and ensured quality control during your inventory and shipping responsibilities. Explain your background in recognizing quality standards and how you would implement rigorous checks throughout the material handling process at Anduril.

Highlight your interpersonal skills and how you’ve successfully collaborated with other team members in the past. Demonstrate your ability to problem-solve as part of a team, perhaps mentioning cross-department projects that required teamwork and effective communication.

Answer this question with a specific example, detailing the process improvement you undertook, the rationale behind it, and the measurable impact it made on the operation. Emphasizing your initiative in the improvement process will demonstrate your proactive approach.

Reflect on your technical skills, knowledge of FAR and DFAR, and specific warehousing and logistics capabilities that make you a fit for the role at Anduril. Mention both hard skills like operating machinery and soft skills like communication and problem-solving.