Lead Quality Inspector

Anduril-1; Ashville (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Health benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Lead Quality Inspector to manage and mentor a team of inspectors focused on unmanned aircraft systems and defense assets. You will lead frontline quality checks, ensure adherence to strict standards, and collaborate with multiple functions to optimize throughput.

The role requires hands-on inspection expertise, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of aerospace/materials quality practices in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, military, or high-reliability hardware testing environment.
• U.S. Person Status is required to access controlled data.

Responsibilities

• Lead & mentor a team of Quality Inspectors to produce advanced UAS and defense assets.
• Collaborate with Shipping, Receiving, Production, Quality Engineering, and Planning to resolve bottlenecks.
• Aid in implementing 5S and continuous improvement programs.
• Perform in-process, final, and First Article Inspections using metrology tools and blueprints.
• Communicate quality standards to engineering and production stakeholders.

Skills

Quality inspection

AS9100/ISO 9001

ASME Y14.5 GD&T

1st Article Inspection (FAI)

CMM inspection tools

Reading engineering drawings

Microsoft Excel

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMM equipment

Precision hand tools (micrometers, calipers)

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 TEAM

The Quality team is the frontline guardian of reliability and safety at Anduril. We are responsible for a wide range of activities crucial to the manufacturing lifecycle—from operating specialized inspection equipment and performing rigorous quality control checks, to optimizing workflows and maintaining a safe, world-class production environment. We partner directly with engineering and production to ensure our systems work flawlessly the first time, every time.

ABOUT THE JOB

Anduril is seeking aLead Quality Inspectorto join our rapidly growing manufacturing team. In this role, you will work with cutting-edge technology aimed at advancing the state-of-the-possible. You will lead and mentor a team of highly talented Quality Inspectors to produce advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and other defense assets for strategic military and commercial customers.

This is a highly dynamic, hands-on role that requires a unique blend of frontline technical expertise and strong leadership. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical background in aerospace structures, avionics, or propulsion systems, paired with a proven track record of guiding teams in high-stakes environments.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead & Mentor: Coordinate daily team activities, schedules, and workflows. Assist inspectors in understanding work procedures, maintaining accurate work-order clocking, and meeting strict performance and safety standards.
• Collaborate Cross-Functional: Interface directly with Shipping, Receiving, Production, Quality Engineering, and Planning to rapidly resolve bottlenecks and support business needs.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Ensure clean, organized work areas (5S). Implement training programs to foster a highly skilled, cross-functional inspector workforce.
• Technical Inspection: Perform and oversee in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAI) using advanced metrology tools, mechanical drawings, and blueprints.
• Problem Solve: Navigate challenging production situations by leveraging your technical knowledge and quality principles to determine the most constructive path forward.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in an aerospace, defense, military, or high-reliability hardware testing environment.
• U.S. Person Status is required as this position needs to access controlled data.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Industry Experience: Background working in fast-paced, high-standard aerospace/defense environments
• Technical Domain Expertise: Hands-on inspection experience with structural, avionics, or propulsion manufacturing.
• Leadership Background: Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, or guiding teams (either in civilian manufacturing or military aviation/maintenance environments).
• Technical Skillset:
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications using ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
  • Skillful use of precision hand tools (micrometers, calipers, scales, gauges, height gauges) and CMM equipment.
  • Strong understanding of AS9100/ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
  • Ability to detect design and drawing flaws early in the production cycle.
• Operational Agility: Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word) and the ability to seamlessly multitask between production line checks and formal FAIs.
• Communication: Exceptional attention to detail, work efficiency, and the ability to clearly communicate quality standards to influence engineering and production stakeholders.

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 .

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As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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