Program Manager, Maneuver Dominance

$108,000 - $162,000/Yr

Aduril Industries - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Seattle, WA

About the position

The Program Manager for Maneuver Dominance at Anduril Industries is responsible for leading technical programs that develop aerial robotic systems to enhance military capabilities. This role involves managing relationships, executing programs from design to deployment, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure successful outcomes. The position requires a deep understanding of military needs and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Grow and lead a portion of the Virtual Warfare team focused on wargaming and analysis products.
• Lead, manage, and execute technical programs from design through to deployment.
• Integrate into Anduril's processes and build relationships across business lines.
• Provide insights into customer needs and develop solutions accordingly.
• Partner with engineering leaders to drive program execution and team velocity.
• Build trust with teammates, vendors, and customers through effective communication.
• Forge customer relationships and establish new areas of interest.
• Execute on broad requirements from various stakeholders to deliver outcomes.
• Coordinate and execute test events involving software and hardware.
• Manage cross-team projects and instill efficient project management workflows.
• Identify and resolve key cross-team dependencies.
• Collaborate with partner teams such as hardware and product operations.
• Remove obstacles to drive clarity and progress in projects.
• Understand technical implementation and propose alternatives when necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Physics, Engineering or applicable discipline.
• 5+ years experience as a Technical Program Manager, Program Manager, or similar role.
• Deep familiarity with rotorcraft and military customers.
• Experience leading products/programs in military and technology sectors.
• Familiarity with DoD, Drones, HMIs, Mesh Radios, eVTOL, urban Air Mobility.
• Ability to establish cross-functional relationships and solve problems proactively.
• Experience delivering technology to government organizations or large institutions.
• Solid technical aptitude and understanding of software development lifecycle.
• Strong experience in project management and technologies like JIRA and Confluence.
• Ability to work with minimal structure and direction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• 8+ years experience in autonomous systems, robotics, or software development.
• Significant customer-facing experience with high-profile programs.
• Experience with Defense Acquisition Processes.
• Experience in building software deliverables from the ground up.

Benefits

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits (100% covered for employee, 90% for dependents).
• Private Medical Insurance for UK roles (fully covered).
• Private health plan through Bupa for AUS roles (fully subsidized).
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance (100% 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 based on role eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan (traditional and Roth).