Product Sourcing Engineer

About the role

Join Anduril Industries, a defense technology company dedicated to transforming military capabilities through advanced technology. As a Product Sourcing Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the production components for radar and sensor manufacturing lines are sourced efficiently and reliably.

Responsibilities

• Determine suppliers for production components, adhering to Anduril's approved supplier list.
• Collaborate with suppliers and engineering teams to qualify components and resolve supply issues.
• Develop and maintain the manufacturing bill of materials (BOM) with Quality and Manufacturing to ensure smooth production.
• Manage part availability in the ERP/MRP system, communicating needs to Purchasing and Production.
• Conduct BOM risk assessments and identify alternate components to mitigate supply risks.
• Rationalize sourcing to reduce complexity and improve commonality.
• Analyze supplier performance and contribute to cost awareness initiatives.
• Create and refine sourcing policies, standards, and processes for the production line.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, business, or a related technical field.
• 1-2 years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, procurement, or a related manufacturing role.
• Experience with purchasing & procurement processes, including MLQs and volume price breaks.
• Hands-on experience working in an ERP/MRP system (e.g., NetSuite).
• Strong supplier management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Procurement of custom parts and supplier management experience.
• Broad experience across commodities, particularly in the PCBA space.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with a focus on speed and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, both technical and non-technical.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience sourcing electronics and/or mechanical components, especially for RF/sensor or complex hardware.
• Familiarity with BOM development, component qualification.
• Exposure to value / procurement engineering, should-cost / clean-sheet models, or TCO work.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma principles.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, startup-like environment; familiarity with FAR/DFAR regulations.
• Experience with change management and supply-risk management.

Pay

$86,000—$112,000 USD

Schedule

Full-time