Maritime Quality Technician: NAVSEA & AS9100 Expert

Anduril Industries; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Quality Technician for its Maritime team in Santa Ana, CA. You will be the quality authority for autonomous surface and undersea systems, building a foundation that meets AS9100 and NAVSEA standards.

This role is hands-on, demanding, and requires a first-principles approach to quality on the shop floor, including SPC, FMEAs, MRB, RCCA, and supplier qualification. Candidates must have a relevant engineering degree, 2+ years in quality engineering, and eligibility

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in quality engineering within aerospace, defense, or regulated industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience implementing, maintaining, and being audited against an AS9100 QMS.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) and corrective actions.
• Experience aiding FAIs per AS9102.
• Understanding of GD&T and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and sustain a Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with AS9100 and NAVSEA requirements for maritime hardware.
• Champion quality on the manufacturing floor; support SPC, FMEA, and continuous improvement to increase first-pass yield and reduce scrap.
• Interpret NAVSEA standards into actionable manufacturing and inspection processes.
• Support MRB to disposition non-conforming product and drive RCCA using 8D/5 Whys.
• Qualify, audit, and manage suppliers of critical components and special processes; ensure prime contract compliance.
• Develop inspection plans, work instructions, and acceptance criteria; assist with FAIs per AS9102.
• Assist internal and supplier audits and prepare for customer/third-party audits.

Skills

2+ years QA

AS9100

GD&T

Root cause analysis

FAI AS9102

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a Quality Technician for its Maritime team in Santa Ana, CA. You will be the quality authority for autonomous surface and undersea systems, building a foundation that meets AS9100 and NAVSEA standards.

This role is hands-on, demanding, and requires a first-principles approach to quality on the shop floor, including SPC, FMEAs, MRB, RCCA, and supplier qualification. Candidates must have a relevant engineering degree, 2+ years in quality engineering, and eligibility