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Product Quality Engineer

Toledo, OH · On-site

$25 - $27.58/hr

This is a 12-month contract opportunity (possible extension or direct hire for the right candidate ... Previous experience in Product Engineering and/ or Vehicle Integration / Development at supplier or ...

An engineering degree is not required. Curiosity to learn cable fundamentals and strong financial ... Execute pricing and price/volume tactics: set pricing, execute contracts, structure, and support ...

Contracts Manager

Dayton, OH · Hybrid

$86K - $115K/yr

... engineering, product support, finance, quality, supply chain management, manufacturing, as required. * Liaison with Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and other audit agencies. May serve as ...

International Contracts Manager

Dayton, OH · On-site

$86K - $115K/yr

... engineering, operations and business development, to streamline contract workflows and mitigate ... sustaining products and services. * Perform contract management and administrative duties ...

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Product Director-Source to Contract

Columbus, OH · On-site

$225K - $235K/yr

As a Product Director in Source to Contract (S2C), you lead innovation through the development of ... engineering/data teams, and ensuring solutions are scalable, controlled, and measurable (e.g ...

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Contract Product Developer information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract product developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Product Developer, you need expertise in product design, prototyping, project management, and a solid background in engineering or industrial design, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with CAD software, rapid prototyping tools, and knowledge of product lifecycle management systems are typically essential, along with certifications such as PMP or Agile methodologies. Strong communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills help you effectively collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams while adapting to shifting project requirements. These skills are crucial for delivering innovative, market-ready products on time and within budget, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.

What is the difference between Contract Product Developer vs Contract Software Engineer?

AspectContract Product DeveloperContract Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in product design, engineering, or related field; industry certificationsBachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field; coding certifications
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with product teams, designers, and marketing; involved in product lifecycleWorks primarily with development teams; focuses on coding, testing, and deployment
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, manufacturing firmsSoftware firms, IT departments, tech startups

Contract Product Developers focus on designing and developing products, often combining technical and user experience skills, while Contract Software Engineers primarily write and test code. Both roles are common in tech industries but differ in scope and daily tasks.

How does a contract product developer typically collaborate with client teams during a project?

As a Contract Product Developer, you will frequently collaborate with client teams through regular meetings, progress updates, and feedback sessions. You may work closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to ensure that project specifications are met and that the product aligns with the client's vision. Maintaining clear communication and adapting to each client's workflow are essential for success in this role. Effective collaboration helps address challenges quickly and ensures that deliverables are completed on time.

What is a contract product developer?

A Contract Product Developer is a professional who is hired on a temporary basis to design, develop, and sometimes help launch new products for a company. Unlike full-time employees, contract product developers work under a specific agreement or contract, often for a set period or project. They bring specialized expertise to assist businesses in bringing products from concept to reality, often working with cross-functional teams such as engineering, marketing, and design. This role is common in industries like technology, consumer goods, and manufacturing, where innovation and rapid product development are essential.
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Senior Product Quality Engineer

Anduril Industries

Ashville, OH • On-site

$80K - $109K/yr

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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 SITE
Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County. Arsenal-1 is redefining the scale and speed that autonomous systems and weapons can be produced for the United States and its allies and partners. This is a monumental and essential step toward rebuilding America's defense industrial base, strengthening America's warfighting capabilities, and enhancing deterrence amid rising international threats.
ABOUT THE TEAM
As a Senior Product Quality Engineer, you will work inside & outside the organization to define, develop, and execute processes that deliver high quality & reliable products. The right person for this role has knowledge of manufacturing, product development, sub-system performance criteria, and issue management and continuous improvement of fielded vehicles. If you are someone who loves to build world-class quality processes, work hands-on, and be accountable for results, then this role is for you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Drive product improvement by implementing processes for data collection and incident reporting that will inform activities like detailed design reviews, process development, verification, validation, and qualification of processes and parts, sub-assembly, and the vehicle, itself.
  • Drive clarity & resolution for development ambiguities associated with product maturity, process stability, and field performance that impact the product meeting it's quality & reliability goals for volume production.
  • Lead Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities for field and reliability issues. Review the effectiveness of actions and share lessons learned across the product team.
  • Champion the transition from new product introduction (NPI) to a sustainable & predictable product experience for our customers.
  • Own the elimination of product risk to improve reliability across the product lifecycle. Engage in quality activities from concept through development and manufacturing to field use.
  • Ensure the execution of product and process requirements. Define and improve such requirements.
  • Work cross-functionally to define and execute the product roadmap.
  • Lead product health data analysis and improvement activities. Establish metrics for measuring quality and the factors that predict quality performance.
  • Support the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System. Define and improve required documentation and activities.
  • Support investigations, initiatives, and projects as needed, at the team or organization level.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar technical field
  • Experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality in aerospace/defense or similar hardware.
  • Experience leading root cause corrective action (RCCA) efforts for complex problems and issues. Utilizing tools such as 8D, Lean six sigma, Fault tree analysis, and DMAIC methodologies.
  • Working knowledge of design review and quality management of PCBA, harnessing, avionics, systems integration, composites, propulsion systems, and lethality systems.
  • Working knowledge of product development methodologies such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) elements such as Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Working knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical manufacturing processes.
  • A strong ownership mindset with demonstrated capability to drive projects from start to completion.
  • Analytical skills and experiences for data mining, data quality, metrics generation, issue management systems, and statistical analysis tools (MatLab, JMP, MiniTab, etc)
  • Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master's degree in a technical field
  • 5-7 years of experience with developing quality systems for low volume, high complex manufacturing environments and suppliers.
  • Working knowledge of AS9100/ ISO 9001-based Quality Management System requirements.
  • Experience with IPC standards
  • Lean six sigma certification is preferred.
  • Experience with government contracts and mil standard or other regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with Teamcenter, SolidWorks, Jira, Foundry, NetSuite, or Oracle.

US Salary Range
$126,000-$167,000 USD
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:
Benefits
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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Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.
To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:
  • No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
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    • Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
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  • Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
  • What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.

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Anduril Industries is a trailblazer in the technology industry based in Costa Mesa, CA, US. Founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, the creator of Oculus VR, the company focuses on developing innovative technology to equip and empower those in the defense sector. Its primary products include cutting-edge autonomous systems and AI software that assist in combating threats to national and global security. The mission of Anduril Industries is to integrate technology and defense by building transformative, scalable solutions that ensure a safer world.

Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Costa Mesa, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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