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Anduril Industries · 3 days ago

Head of Operations, Connected Warfare

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$254K/yr - $336K/yr

15+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities with advanced technology. The Head of Operations for the Connected Warfare division will design and execute operational strategies, ensuring peak performance and collaboration across various business lines while partnering directly with senior leadership.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to the SVP, helping to drive clarity and focus across a broad portfolio of initiatives, including org design, talent strategy, and operational programs

Deputize for the SVP as necessary on initiatives and activities

Lead cross-functional project management with other Divisions, Business Lines, and functional teams at Anduril, from ideation through to execution and measurement

Manage a team of Operational experts to deliver on the goals of the business. You pride yourself in your people management capabilities but can roll up your sleeves and execute independently when required

Support the growth, execution, and operations of the business lines within the Division with operational support

Problem solve to enable the Division to operate as efficiently as possible and scale accordingly

Partner on key HR initiatives such as succession planning, workforce planning, talent development, and engagement surveys. Help define and track metrics to evaluate organizational health

Serve as a champion of company values and help manage complex organizational change efforts, fostering clarity and momentum across division-facing initiatives

Enabling internal and external Division narrative in partnership with the Communications team

Planning and leading strategy sessions with business lines, leadership offsites, all hands, etc

Lead the business rhythm for the division, including quarterly OKRs, strategic planning, headcount forecasting and additional duties

P&L - help run the business to an actual contribution profit target (reallocate resources, etc.)

Own large investment decisions/capex - when/where/how do we need to invest in manufacturing facility, test range, acquisition vs here, etc

Qualification

MBASimilar degreeTechnical aptitudeMatrix organization experienceEmotional intelligencePeople managementProblem solvingProject management

Required

MBA or similar degree in Business, Finance or a related field

15+ years experience in roles that span across top-tier management consulting, investment banking, and internal business operations, ideally at an early-stage start-up

Strong technical aptitude and proven ability to understand technical tradeoffs and ability to work closely and effectively with engineering teams

Prior experience working effectively in a matrix organization structure and managing high performing teams

Strong emotional intelligence and ability to solve operational problems in a way that is both data-driven and people-centric

High ownership with the horsepower to effectively manage multiple large projects and priorities in parallel, at a rapid pace, and report out on progress regularly

Ability to work onsite at either our Washington D.C. office, our Seattle, WA office or our HQ in Costa Mesa, CA

Must be authorized to work in the Unites States

20% travel anticipated in this role

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