Product Sourcing Engineer, Semiconductor

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$129,000–$171,000 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1836 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Product Sourcing Engineer, Semiconductor

As the Product Sourcing Engineer, Semiconductor, you will serve as the domain expert for semiconductor commodities across Intelligence Systems. You will be responsible for securing critical components, materials, and services while developing supplier partnerships to optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity. Your daily responsibilities include leading RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes, performing detailed TCO modeling, and managing tactical escalations to resolve production-line blockers. You will collaborate with Engineering teams to influence design specifications based on lifecycle health and partner with contract manufacturers to meet Clear-to-Build milestones. Key skills required include expertise in contract negotiations, market intelligence, and trend forecasting regarding fab capacity and geopolitical impacts. The role requires a technical background in supply chain management or engineering to manage the complex procurement of components for mission-critical hardware within the defense technology sector.

What you'll do

  • Lead RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes for strategic semiconductor components from inception to award.
  • Perform detailed cost-breakdown analyses using Total Cost of Ownership modeling to drive sourcing decisions.
  • Manage daily operational escalations to triage supply disruptions and resolve critical component shortages.
  • Partner with Engineering teams early in the development cycle to influence design based on supply chain intelligence.
  • Collaborate with Contract Manufacturers to resolve shortages and ensure Clear-to-Build milestones are met.
  • Develop long-term strategies for semiconductor components focusing on cost reduction and supply chain resilience.
  • Draft, negotiate, and execute commercial agreements covering pricing, lead times, and capacity commitments.
  • Monitor global market dynamics and geopolitical impacts to proactively identify risks and cost-saving opportunities.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or sourcing engineering focused on semiconductor components.
  • Proven ability to analyze cost structures and negotiate complex commercial contracts.
  • Eligible for U.S. Secret or TS clearance and ability to maintain clearance.
  • Ability to travel up to 15%.
  • Ability to work on-site in Costa Mesa, CA.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field (preferred).
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability hardware industries (preferred).

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