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Anduril Industries · 3 hours ago

Technical Program Manager, Avionics, Air Dominance & Strike

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$154K/yr - $231K/yr

4+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Technical Program Manager will manage work streams for avionics systems, ensuring effective communication, risk management, and resource allocation throughout the product lifecycle.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Own Program Execution: Proactively drive successful outcomes rather than just reporting on them

Timeline and Schedule Management: Analyze requirements, resources, and dependencies, to create and rally the team around a reliable timeline and schedule

Progress Tracking and Reporting: Monitor progress towards organizational goals and milestones, facilitating team collaboration and ensuring clear communication of program status to stakeholders

Risk Management: Proactively identify and address program risks related to schedule, cost, and resources

Dependency Mapping: Identify critical dependencies impacting program deliverables and ensure roadblocks cleared

Resource Management: Pinpoint resource gaps and coordinate cross-functional planning for resource allocation, including headcount, budget, and workspace needs, while optimizing resource utilization to meet program and departmental objectives

Qualification

Program ManagementRisk ManagementResource ManagementEngineering CoordinationTechnical CommunicationAnalytical SkillsInfluencing SkillsLeadership SkillsCollaborationOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field from an accredited institution

4+ years of experience working on a complex technical project as a program manager or engineer

Evidence managing programs, building sustainable processes, and coordinating engineering activities

Evidence leading through influence and collaborating with technical owners to establish a plan

Demonstrated proficiency communicating effectively, to adjust approach across stakeholders and teams and to navigate both technical and business discussions

Evidence in understanding technical tradeoffs and how to reduce risk through key development efforts

Exceptional organizational and analytical skills, capable of managing multiple initiatives concurrently

Proven experience in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, influencing engineering teams, and interacting with leadership stakeholders

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred

Advanced degree in a relevant technical or management field

Experience taking hardware through environmental qualification and acceptance testing per MIL-STD-810 and/or MIL-STD-461

Direct experience in electrical/avionics and/or harness development

Direct experience in leading product development within the aerospace or automotive sectors

Deep familiarity with subsystems and knowledge of vehicle systems that you have previously worked on

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan