Buyer, Federal Technical Procurement/FAR & DFAR

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive equity grants

Top-tier benefits for employees

Job summary

Anduril Industries seeks a motivated Buyer to support procurement activities for key programs in Costa Mesa, California. This role offers opportunities for growth and involves managing supplier relationships and ensuring on-time delivery of materials and services.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have over 2 years of relevant supply chain experience. Knowledge of aerospace/defense standards is preferred. The company's benefits package supports employee health and development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of supply chain experience, including technical procurement.
• Experience with aerospace/defense industry standards and regulations.
• Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders to meet program needs.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and monitor performance.
• Quickly resolve supply chain disruptions and delivery delays.
• Monitor and expedite orders to meet production schedules.
• Collaborate with engineering and program teams for procurement alignment.
• Maintain accurate records and track procurement KPIs.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and maintain procurement records.

Skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent communication and negotiation abilities

Proficiency in Excel

Analytical mindset with attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

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.

About The Job

We are seeking a highly motivated Buyer to join our Federal Procurement team. In this early‑career role, you will support procurement activities for key programs, manage supplier relationships, and ensure on‑time delivery of critical materials and services. This position is ideal for someone hungry to grow, eager to learn, and ready to thrive in a high‑growth, mission‑driven company.

Join us if you’re looking for:

• Opportunity for Growth: Be part of a scaling organization with endless opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Gain hands‑on experience in procurement and supply chain operations.
• Fast‑Paced Environment: Work on cutting‑edge technology with a dynamic, innovative team.
• Impactful Work: Support critical programs that make a difference in national security.

What You’ll Do

• Purchase Order Management: Create, issue, and manage purchase orders to meet production and program needs.
• Supplier Coordination: Maintain relationships with suppliers, monitor performance, and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and pricing.
• Problem Solving: Quickly resolve supply chain disruptions, delivery delays, and quality issues to keep projects on track.
• Order Tracking: Monitor and expedite orders to meet deadlines and production schedules.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to align procurement with company goals.
• Data & Process Management: Maintain accurate records, track procurement KPIs, and identify opportunities to streamline processes.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to company policies, ITAR, FAR/DFAR regulations, and maintain accurate procurement records.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field
• 2+ years of supply chain experience, including technical procurement
• Experience with aerospace/defense industry standards, ITAR compliance, and FAR/DFAR regulations
• Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints
• Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Costa Mesa, CA

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.

US Salary Range

$98,000—$130,000 USD

Benefits

The 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:

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.

For more information, Explore Our Benefits.