Anduril Industries · 13 hours ago
Contingent Workforce Program Manager
Costa Mesa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$166K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking a Contingent Workforce Program Manager to design and implement a comprehensive program for managing non-employee talent, ensuring efficient operations and compliance across the organization.
National DefenseArtificial Intelligence (AI)AerospaceGovernmentMilitaryNational Security
Responsibilities
Design and build Anduril’s comprehensive Contingent Workforce Program from the ground up, establishing the vision, policies, and governance for how we engage contractors, freelancers, and temporary staff
Develop a strategic framework that defines when, why, and how different parts of the business should leverage contingent workers versus full-time employees
Establish clear guidelines and playbooks to manage risk, ensure compliance with co-employment laws, and maintain our high bar for talent and security
Build and implement a standardized, end-to-end lifecycle process for contingent workers, from intake and sourcing to onboarding, performance management, and off-boarding
Immediately design and launch a scalable Contract-to-Hire (C2H) program to support the high-volume needs of our Production organization
Evaluate, select, and implement the necessary technology (e.g., Vendor Management System - VMS) to streamline operations, manage data, and provide clear visibility into spend and performance
Lead the strategy for our staffing agency partnerships. Consolidate and manage our vendor list, negotiate contracts, and establish service-level agreements (SLAs) and performance scorecards
Establish and lead quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key partners to drive accountability and continuous improvement
Serve as the central point of contact for all vendor relationships, ensuring they are true partners who understand Anduril’s mission and talent bar
Serve as the trusted advisor to business leaders across Production, Engineering, and G&A on all matters related to contingent staffing
Partner closely with Talent Acquisition, Finance, Legal, and IT to ensure seamless integration, budget alignment, and process compliance
In the initial build phase, act as a hands-on leader, directly managing key relationships, troubleshooting operational issues, and driving the first cohorts of the C2H program to success
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, or Procurement, with a minimum of 7+ years in a role specifically dedicated to building and/or leading a Contingent Workforce Program
Proven experience designing and implementing a contingent staffing program from the ground up (a true 'zero to one' build) in a high-growth environment
Deep subject matter expertise in contingent workforce management, including vendor management (VMS/MSP), co-employment risk, worker classification, and global labor laws
Demonstrated experience managing a portfolio of staffing vendors, including contract negotiation, performance management, and consolidation
Strong business acumen and experience partnering with and influencing senior leadership across multiple functions (e.g., Operations, Finance, Legal)
Exceptional program management and communication skills
Preferred
Experience building and managing high-volume Contract-to-Hire (C2H) programs, particularly for manufacturing, production, or skilled-trade environments
Experience in the defense, aerospace, automotive, or other hardware-intensive industries
Global program management experience
Hands-on experience with implementing and managing a Vendor Management System (VMS) like Fieldglass, Beeline, or similar
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.
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
Recent News
Business Insider
2026-02-10
Crunchbase News
2026-02-09
Company data provided by crunchbase