Program Manager - Air Defense

$140,000 - $210,000/Yr

Anduril Industries - Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Costa Mesa, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As an Air Defense Program Manager at Anduril Industries, you will be responsible for executing a major new development program focused on sensor, effector, and command and control system integration. This role requires a systems and engineering mindset, with accountability for program success in terms of cost, schedule, and performance. You will lead a cross-functional team to deliver capabilities that exceed customer expectations, while fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own overall program execution, meeting cost, schedule, and performance targets.
• Acquire an intimate understanding of program requirements and maintain open dialogue with the customer.
• Develop and implement effective processes, tools, and metrics for program planning and execution.
• Foster a Team of Teams culture among Anduril, external customers, and industry partners.
• Build an outcome-oriented, high-performance culture within the program team.
• Drive cross-functional alignment efforts across various Anduril teams.
• Collaborate with senior management to situate your program within the strategic roadmap.
• Analyze market trends and customer requirements to identify growth opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field preferred.
• Proven program management experience in defense, national security, or aerospace domains.
• Experience leading a team to field integrated hardware-software products.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree in a technical field.
• Familiarity with U.S. Marine Corps operational air defense concepts.
• Familiarity with DOD tactical operations and/or acquisitions efforts.
• Familiarity with government acquisition and reporting processes.

Benefits

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits with 100% coverage for employees and 90% for dependents.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance fully covered.
• Generous company holiday calendar and competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support including fertility and adoption coverage.
• Free mental health resources and additional work-life services.
• Professional development stipend available for all employees.
• Daily meals and provisions in many offices.
• Company-funded commuter benefits based on region.
• Relocation assistance depending on role eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan options.