Anduril Industries · 14 hours ago
Senior Manager, Emerging Talent Programs
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$166K/yr - $220K/yr
8+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Senior Manager of Emerging Talent Programs will lead the development and execution of strategies to attract and retain early career professionals, ensuring high-quality experiences for interns, new graduates, and veterans.
National DefenseArtificial Intelligence (AI)AerospaceGovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team: Provide exceptional leadership, coaching, and mentorship to a team of Program Managers overseeing Anduril’s Intern, New Grad, Veteran, and Events initiatives. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth within the team
Drive Strategic Program Execution: Translate high-level emerging talent strategy into consistent, high-quality, and scalable execution across all programs. Set clear priorities, establish robust operating rhythms, and define delivery standards to ensure programs consistently meet and exceed objectives
Oversee Program Management Excellence: Ensure the seamless planning, design, and delivery of all emerging talent programs, from university engagement and event strategy to candidate experience, onboarding, and development. Maintain program integrity, consistency, and alignment with Anduril’s values and mission
Establish & Monitor Performance Metrics: Own accountability for key program outcomes, including year-over-year improvements in candidate conversion, program participant retention, and hiring manager satisfaction. Develop and implement robust reporting frameworks to track performance, identify trends, and drive data-informed decisions across all emerging talent initiatives
Cultivate Cross-Functional Partnerships: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with critical internal stakeholders, including Recruiting, Engineering leadership, HR Business Partners, Finance, and Legal. Partner effectively to secure necessary resources, align program goals with business needs, and ensure widespread support and buy-in for emerging talent initiatives
Optimize Budget & Resource Allocation: Oversee program budgets, working closely with Program Managers and Finance to ensure responsible allocation of resources, maximize ROI, and identify opportunities for cost efficiency without compromising program quality
Champion Continuous Improvement: Utilize comprehensive program data (e.g., conversion rates, satisfaction scores, retention data, cost-per-hire) to conduct in-depth analysis. Identify program gaps, scale successful initiatives, eliminate ineffective practices, and continuously iterate to enhance program design and delivery
Elevate Program Impact & Reputation: Work with Program Managers to ensure that Intern, New Grad, and Veteran experiences are consistently high-quality, impactful, and reflective of Anduril's innovative culture. Drive strategies that build trust with hiring managers, fostering active participation and advocacy for the programs
Strategic Event Oversight: Provide strategic guidance and oversight to the Program Manager responsible for event strategy, ensuring that all emerging talent events effectively attract, engage, and convert top technical talent, aligning with the broader university relations and talent acquisition goals
Qualification
Required
8+ years of progressive leadership experience in talent acquisition, HR, or program management, with at least 3-5 years directly managing high-performing teams responsible for early career or emerging talent programs (Intern, New Grad, Veteran programs)
Demonstrated expertise in building, coaching, and developing Program Managers or senior individual contributors to achieve strategic objectives
Proven track record of designing, implementing, and scaling complex emerging talent programs in a fast-moving, technical, or defense/aerospace environment
Strong operational acumen with the ability to set priorities, define operating rhythms, and ensure high-quality execution at scale
Exceptional data analysis and interpretation skills, with experience using metrics (conversion, retention, satisfaction, cost, throughput) to drive strategic decisions and continuous improvement
Superior stakeholder management and influencing skills, capable of building trust and collaboration with senior leadership, engineering managers, and cross-functional partners
Experience managing program budgets and optimizing resource allocation to achieve maximum impact
A strategic mindset, capable of identifying gaps, proactively solving problems, and translating high-level vision into actionable plans for your team
Comfort operating in ambiguous environments, adapting to change, and leading through periods of hyper-growth
Deep passion for Anduril's mission and a commitment to attracting and developing world-class technical talent
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
Experience with talent acquisition technologies and HRIS systems relevant to program management
Prior experience working within or closely with the defense, aerospace, or national security sectors
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
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems to enhance national security.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
XPRIZEAlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders Fund
2026-01-29Grant· $0.15M
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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