Senior Federal Materials Supervisor

Anduril Industries, Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries seeks a Federal Materials Supervisor to optimize warehouse operations under FAR/DFARS guidance, orchestrate regulatory-compliant material flow, and drive cost-effective performance with audit readiness.

The role requires building SOPs, implementing ERP/WMS integrations, and leading a team to ensure 100% inventory accuracy while safeguarding government-owned inventory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in material management, inventory control, or supply chain management roles in an aerospace and/or defense manufacturing environment operating under federal regulations (FAR/DFARS)
• 1+ years of experience managing a lead of supervisors, associates, or technicians.
• Familiarity with Government-Furnished Property (GFP) administration and FAR Part 45/52.245-1 requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance
• Ability to be onsite, local to Santa Ana, CA or Costa Mesa, CA

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement material management strategies, policies, and procedures to comply with federal regulations, including FAR 52.245-1 (Government Property) and DFARS clauses
• Hiring & training talent who can manage material flow per Anduril guidelines.
• Develop processes that increase the efficiency (speed & elimination of waste) and effectiveness of Anduril materials management.
• Implement necessary systems that match Anduril Federal policies on management of government property & inventory management.
• End-to-End material management measures, including FIFO adherence, material variances, cycle time optimization, scrap/obsolescence/disposal management (via PCARSS/eTools), cycle/physical counting, and DCMA/internal audits, to ensure 100% inventory accuracy and mitigate stockouts or overstocking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, Government Property Administrators, production, manufacturing engineering, logistics, and quality, to aid in accurate demand forecasting, procurement planning, and timely delivery of materials.
• Collaborate with production planning and manufacturing teams to align material availability with production schedules, minimize disruptions, and meet federal contract and customer demand on time.
• Analyze material usage trends, identify opportunities for process improvements, and implement lean practices to optimize material handling, storage, and secure distribution.
• Utilize ERP, WMS, and federal registry software systems (such as PIEE/WAWF) to track inventory, generate reports, and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making and optimize material-related processes.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory requirements (including ITAR/EAR), safety standards (OSHA), and quality control protocols (AS9100) in all material management and shipping/receiving activities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing warehouse team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to foster a culture of compliant operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Process improvement

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain

Tools

ERP systems

PIEE/WAWF

Job description

Anduril Industries seeks a Federal Materials Supervisor to optimize warehouse operations under FAR/DFARS guidance, orchestrate regulatory-compliant material flow, and drive cost-effective performance with audit readiness.

The role requires building SOPs, implementing ERP/WMS integrations, and leading a team to ensure 100% inventory accuracy while safeguarding government-owned inventory.