Quality Technician

As a Quality Technician at Anduril Industries, you'll perform various inspections, including incoming, in-process, and end-of-line evaluations to ensure our products uphold the highest quality standards. You'll collaborate with our Quality Engineering team to create and monitor inspection plans for materials and components supplied to us. Additionally, you'll support equipment calibration, material shelf-life verification, and assist with audit processes, making your role vital for maintaining our quality assurance protocols.

To qualify for the Quality Technician role at Anduril Industries, candidates must have a technical or associate degree in a related quality or mechanical engineering field, along with at least five years of experience in quality and/or manufacturing, particularly within the aerospace industry. Familiarity with calibrated equipment, engineering drawings, GD&T, and quality management standards like AS9100 or ISO9001 is also essential.

A successful Quality Technician at Anduril Industries should possess strong analytical skills, the ability to interpret engineering drawings, and experience with inspection of both machined parts and electronic components. Effective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with cross-functional teams, and you should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that may require adapting to various roles and responsibilities quickly.

The salary range for a Quality Technician at Anduril Industries is between $64,000 and $96,000 USD, depending on various factors including experience, education, critical skills, and business considerations. This competitive compensation package also includes equity grants and top-tier benefits, making it an attractive opportunity.

At Anduril Industries, Quality Technicians enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, which includes top-tier healthcare benefits, generous paid leave, mental health resources, and professional development stipends. Additionally, Anduril supports work-life balance with facilities like fully stocked micro-kitchens and company-funded commuter benefits. This commitment to employee well-being makes it a great place to work.

As a Quality Technician, you should demonstrate an understanding of various quality assurance methodologies, such as Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing principles, and root cause analysis. Be prepared to discuss how you've applied these methodologies in previous roles to enhance product quality and process efficiency.

Discuss your approach to task prioritization in high-pressure scenarios, emphasizing the importance of deadlines and safety standards. Share specific examples of how you've successfully managed competing priorities while ensuring quality and compliance.

Be prepared to discuss specific types of calibrated equipment you've used in previous roles, such as calipers, micrometers, and oscilloscopes. Mention any specialized training or certifications you've obtained, as this will highlight your technical capabilities to the employer.

Illustrate your problem-solving approach by discussing a time when you encountered a quality issue. Highlight steps taken to analyze the problem, communicate with relevant teams, and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence, reflecting the importance of continuous improvement.

Share your experience with maintaining accurate documentation, such as inspection reports and quality control logs. Highlight software tools that you have used for documenting processes and emphasize the importance of organized documentation in supporting audits and compliance.

Effective communication with cross-functional teams is crucial. Discuss your strategies, such as regular meetings, updates, and using collaboration tools to keep everyone informed. Provide an example of a successful collaboration that positively impacted a project’s outcome.

Data analysis is fundamental in identifying trends and root causes of quality issues. Discuss any specific data analysis tools or techniques you’ve used to inform your quality inspections and decision-making processes in previous roles.

Talk about your familiarity with various quality management systems such as AS9100 or ISO9001. Discuss how you have interacted with these systems, through audits or process improvements, and how they contribute to enhancing product quality.

If applicable, share any previous experience you have in training or mentoring new employees on quality assurance processes and standards. Highlight how you communicated technical information in an accessible way and contributed to their development.

Discuss your philosophy on continuous improvement, including any methodologies you've used, like Kaizen or PDCA. Share specific instances where you've identified opportunities for improvement and driven changes that resulted in enhanced quality outcomes.