Manager, Quality Inspection

As a Manager, Quality Inspection at Anduril Industries, you'll train employees on essential inspection procedures, develop quality control standards, and drive resource alignment for various inspection operations. You'll monitor processes for improvement, collaborate across departments to ensure timely product delivery, and work closely with Quality Engineering to create effective inspection plans for incoming materials.

To qualify for the Manager, Quality Inspection role at Anduril Industries, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, along with at least 5 years of relevant experience in quality assurance within the aerospace sector. Additionally, a minimum of 3 years in a management role and familiarity with AS9100 requirements are essential.

Key skills for a successful Manager, Quality Inspection at Anduril include strong leadership and decision-making abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a keen attention to detail. In-depth knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and Lean Manufacturing principles is also highly valued.

Anduril Industries is committed to employee growth and development. For the Manager, Quality Inspection position, you'll have access to a professional development stipend, mentorship programs, and opportunities to attend workshops relevant to quality assurance and operational excellence.

Managers at Anduril Industries enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes platinum healthcare coverage, generous PTO, and family planning support. Additional perks include daily meals, commuter benefits, and a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan, ensuring that every employee is well taken care of.

When responding, highlight your specific roles and responsibilities in quality control within the aerospace sector. Discuss any relevant regulations you are familiar with, such as AS9100, and provide examples of how you've applied quality improvement methodologies to enhance product assurance.

Emphasize your method for developing training materials and your experience in conducting training sessions. Discuss how you ensure comprehension and retention of information, as well as how you track and document training progress.

Provide clear examples of Lean principles you've utilized to drive efficiency and minimize waste. Describe a specific project where you successfully implemented changes to inspection processes and the outcomes achieved.

Discuss your familiarity with regulatory guidelines relevant to the aerospace industry and how you've ensured that inspection processes adhere to these standards. Offer examples of how you manage compliance audits and maintain documentation.

Share specific techniques you use to foster effective communication between cross-functional teams, such as regular meetings, feedback loops, and collaborative problem-solving sessions to ensure everyone is aligned on quality objectives.

Detail your experience with data collection and statistical analysis, providing examples of how you've used data-driven decisions to impact quality outcomes. Discuss tools or software you've employed in your analysis.

Outline your approach to balancing quality and delivery timelines. Discuss how you allocate resources, prioritize inspection tasks, and maintain open communication with production teams to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.

Mention specific resources you rely on, such as industry publications, professional associations, or continued education. Highlight any relevant technology you've integrated into your quality assurance practices.

Explain how you actively seek feedback from your team and use it to enhance processes and team dynamics. Provide examples of how you’ve adjusted your management approach based on team feedback.

Discuss your methodology for investigating failures, including root cause analysis and corrective actions. Emphasize your commitment to transparency and proactive communication when issues arise.