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Anduril Industries · 2 weeks ago

Senior Technical Program Manager, Hardware Robotics, Air Dominance & Strike

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$166K/yr - $220K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Technical Program Manager will lead the development and integration of cutting-edge technologies for the Air Dominance & Strike Division, ensuring successful delivery of programs while managing customer relationships and technical execution.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

In partnership with the Chief Engineer, own the development and deployment of Anduril’s Air Dominance & Strike technologies to meet the operational needs of the Department of Defense

Develop strong, trusting relationships with Anduril’s DOD customers, ensuring we have tight feedback loops that enable us shape solutions, rapidly iterate, and ultimately field solutions faster

Autonomously execute on broad and/or ambiguous requirements from internal engineering, customers, and third party corporate partners to own successful delivery of outcomes on multiple programs simultaneously

Monitor and manage program progress across cost, schedule, and resource allocation, making tradeoffs that enable us to deliver best-in-class solutions to our customers on-time and on-budget

Develop and implement lightweight processes, tools, and metrics for program planning, scope management, risk management, and customer communication to enable Anduril to move rapidly

Be high ownership on all pieces of work and become a trusted partner and advisor to Anduril’s engineers

Foster a creative, high-performance culture within the team, and proactively assess team skills versus needs, identifying personnel development or recruitment opportunities to strengthen the team’s capabilities

Collaborate with finance and business development teams to develop novel pricing strategies for proposals that set Anduril up for long term financial and operational success

Collaborate with senior management to develop and refine the strategic roadmap for Anduril Air Dominance & Strike R&D investments that underpin the success of our programs

Qualification

Technical Program ManagementComplex Systems DevelopmentStrategic ThinkingEngineering BackgroundProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

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

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (technical background preferred)

Minimum of 5 years experience managing the development of complex technical systems throughout the product lifecycle

Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multi-million-dollar projects and driving their on-time, on-budget completion

Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with the ability to move seamlessly between tactical and the 30,000 ft level

Experience coordinating multiple internal and external teams within a complex engineering or technology-focused organization

Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

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.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.