Quality Specialist – Defense & IC QA Lead

Anduril; Ashville (OH); On-site; USD 118,485,000 - 154,302,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is hiring a Quality Specialist for the Ashville, Ohio site. You will monitor, inspect, and improve incoming inspection and final product quality, partnering across the organization to prioritize issues affecting inspection efficiency and non-conformances.

The role supports end-of-line supplier inspection and ensures data integrity for MRB processes. This position emphasizes root-cause analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and implementing quality policies with a focus on

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 5+ years in metrology inspection or quality role.
• Experience with production support and quality management.
• Proficiency with ERP/MES software and inspection data management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience with calibrated equipment (calipers, micrometers, CMM, Faro arm).
• Knowledge of GD&T and reading engineering drawings.
• Experience with AS9100/ISO9001/IATF16949 or similar QMS.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the site MRB process.
• Inspect non-conforming parts at Santa Ana Site and supplier sites as assigned.
• Partner with Site SQE to support Supplier Quality Control.
• Assist in root cause analysis.
• Assist in dispositioning non-conforming material and ensure timely completion.
• Manage internal re-work to support dispositions.
• Ensure MRB data collection and entry is accurate and complete.
• Communicate process performance and quality issues to stakeholders.
• Coordinate verification of FAI data with suppliers.
• Manage quality containment for material, tooling, and inspection equipment.
• Create inspection plans for incoming, in-process, and end-of-line inspections.
• Train technicians and inspectors on inspection plans and data capture.
• Propose and implement QA policies and procedures.
• Review continuous improvement projects for productivity and quality gains.
• Deep dive data and traceability to identify trends and variations.

Skills

Metrology inspection

Quality control

GD&T knowledge

Reading drawings

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

AS9100 knowledge

Calibrated equipment

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MES software

Inspection data software

CMM

Faro arm

Calipers / micrometers

Job description

Anduril Industries is hiring a Quality Specialist for the Ashville, Ohio site. You will monitor, inspect, and improve incoming inspection and final product quality, partnering across the organization to prioritize issues affecting inspection efficiency and non-conformances.

The role supports end-of-line supplier inspection and ensures data integrity for MRB processes. This position emphasizes root-cause analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and implementing quality policies with a focus on