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Anduril Industries · 3 weeks ago

Manager, Event Operations

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Manager of Event Operations will build and implement operational systems for the Events team, manage budgets, and ensure high-quality attendee experiences at various events.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build and implement operational systems for Events team to use to allow team team members to focus on strategy and execution of events

Track budget for all events

Manage the company-wide Events calendar and intake all event support requests

Manage event supply restocking and shipping for all events

Onboard all new vendors and ensure timely payment

Manage event team technology such as Splash (for RSVP management) and Air Tables (event support intake form)

Develop policies for internal events and streamline process for tracking, auditing, and managing of all events

Ensure appropriate Anduril branding is utilized in all mediums (menus, invitations, Zoom screens, directional signage, etc.)

Build out event resource sheets

Be a resource for all Anduril employees when it comes to events or hosting visitors to our offices

Qualification

Event planningBudget trackingProject managementVendor managementEvent technology managementMicrosoft OfficeCommunication platformsCreative problem solvingTeam collaborationDetail-oriented

Required

Primary location will be in Costa Mesa office

5+ years experience in event planning, project management or other related fields

Strong project managing skills and creative problem solving oriented

Deadline and detail-oriented

Ability to work well in teams and autonomously

Ability to visualize event space flow, guest experience, presenter experience, food presentation, appropriate sound levels, etc

Strong ability to shift priorities quickly when needed

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Preferred

Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), and communication platforms like Slack preferred but not required

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

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