Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (2nd Shift)

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 JOB

As a Federal Materials Associate, you will join our Supply Chain team at the Costa Mesa, CA location. The Supply Chain team has a valuable impact for Anduril's business and mission, responsible for supporting our production and business growth through the material management and inventory flow. The right person for this role can demonstrate strong ownership excellent organizational skills as well and attention to detail, as well as the ability to solve operational challenges with creative solutions in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment. This person will be flexible to provide support wherever needed to ensure products are shipped and received under stringent quality standards.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Process shipping and receiving at the Costa Mesa and/or Santa Ana locations as needed
• Compile records concerning quantity, cost, and type of material received, shipped, in stock inventory, and/or in production
• Prepare finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling, packing, crating, labeling, loading, and securing product
• Expedite flow of material, parts, and assemblies within or between departments in accordance with production and shipping schedules
• Complete cycle counts and conduct all warehouse activities with inventory accuracy as a top priority
• Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and keeping materials and supplies in stock, recording location of inventory, and reporting shortages
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signal machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks and loading docks
• Organize material into an efficient picking methodology for picking/kitting
• Monitor KPIs set by Management
• Adhere to regulations related to government property and inventory management (FAR/DFARS).
• Initiate opportunities for improvements
• Courier inventory as needed between Anduril’s sites in Costa Mesa & Santa Ana

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years as a warehouse associate or equivalent experience
• Previous experience with management of government property & inventory management per FAR & DFARS
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday, 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm and flexibility to do overtime
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to be onsite, local to Costa Mesa, CA or Santa Ana, CA

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years forklift experience and license
• Experience working in the defense/aerospace industry
• Experience complying with the Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) Part 52.244 and the Defense Federal Acquisitions Regulation Supplement (DFARS) part 252.244-7001
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and/or other warehouse management and inventory control tooling.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or equivalent office management tooling
• Familiarity with Inventory Management through lot/serial/batch tracking
• Experience packaging and handling hazardous shipments
• Excellent customer service skills
• Able to adapt in fast-paced environments
• Ability to flex as work shifts can be subject to change depending on the business need
• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. clearance
• Active secret or top secret clearance within the last 5 years

US Hourly Range

$28 – $40 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:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
  • For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long‑term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work‑life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro‑kitchens.
• Company‑funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

Anduril is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real‑world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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