Head of Production, Compute & Comms

The role

You will own the strategic development, operational direction, and execution of production for high-volume compute devices. You will manage contract manufacturer relationships, lead production ramps, and drive supply chain strategy.

What you will do

• Own contract manufacturer relationships, performance, and output.
• Manage KPIs across yield, quality, cost, throughput, and on-time delivery.
• Lead production ramps and volume transitions across multiple CM sites.
• Own supply chain strategy including demand/supply planning and component sourcing.
• Build resilience against component shortages and geopolitical disruption.
• Negotiate manufacturing agreements, pricing, and capacity commitments.
• Drive year-over-year cost reduction.
• Serve as the production voice to the executive team and board.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Procurement, and other teams.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing production and operations organization.

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in high-volume production of compute or electronics hardware.
• Proven track record managing contract manufacturers or EMS partners at scale.
• Direct ownership of at least one new product ramp through full-rate production.
• Deep supply chain management expertise.
• Demonstrated contract negotiation skill with CMs and suppliers.
• Strong executive presence to influence C-level leadership and the board.
• Experience managing a workforce of 100+ employees.
• Experience managing a P&L in a production environment.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related technical field.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree
• Experience scaling a new compute product line from launch through high-volume production
• Global CM/supplier management experience across multiple regions
• Background blending in-house and outsourced manufacturing models
• Experience with complex electromechanical systems in aerospace, defense, consumer electronics, or data center infrastructure

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees

Before you apply

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The company's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.