About the role#
We are looking for Product Sourcing Engineer interns to join our teams. In this role, you will drive the strategic supply network development and cost management of our product hardware across their lifecycles. You will collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional partners in engineering, quality, and manufacturing.
What you'll do#
- Conduct supplier selection for specific products using our approved supplier list.
- Partner with strategic suppliers to accelerate product development through concept scoping, trade-off analysis, and joint design development.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies based on market knowledge and commodity pricing plans.
- Drive the development and consolidation of manufacturing bills of materials (BOM).
- Manage all NPI component procurement to scale manufacturing operations.
- Verify supplier-related CAPEX throughout the NPI process.
- Conduct value-stream mapping to optimize supply network lead time and flexibility.
- Complete BOM risk assessments and develop part-level analysis plans.
- Manage component qualifications and ensure they meet production timelines.
- Reduce supply chain complexity through commonality optimization and supplier rationalization.
- Lead cost engineering activities to align bottoms-up cost curves with product cost targets.
- Manage ad-hoc cost issues such as tariffs and inflation.
- Drive the design and implementation of new supply chain processes and systems.
- Manage project schedules, identify critical path activities, and mitigate risks.
- Hold project teams and stakeholders accountable for deliverables and milestones.
- Establish program structures and operating rhythms to drive alignment across the business.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Intent to return to school following the internship to continue academic studies.
- Status as a U.S. Person, as this role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.
- Ability to complete a 12-week in-person internship in summer 2027.
- Background in the design and development of mechanical or electronics devices.
- Experience with advanced sourcing activities or supplier development.
- Familiarity with developing high-tech products in high-mix, low-volume environments.
- Exposure to value engineering, procurement engineering, or total cost of ownership work.
- Potential requirement for U.S. clearance eligibility depending on the program.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, 12-week internship taking place in summer 2027.
- The role is based on-site in Costa Mesa, Irvine, or Santa Ana, California.
About Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company develops technology for national security, defense, and artificial intelligence applications. It maintains a presence in multiple locations including Orange County, Washington DC, Seattle, Boston, Atlanta, London, and Sydney. The organization employs over 8,000 people.
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