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Air Dominance & Strike - Technical Program Manager, AvionicsAnduril • Costa Mesa, CA, US
Air Dominance & Strike - Technical Program Manager, Avionics

Air Dominance & Strike - Technical Program Manager, Avionics

Anduril • Costa Mesa, CA, US
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Technical Program Manager - Avionics

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Job

We are hiring a Technical Program Manager to manage our work streams as we design, procure, manufacture, and test cutting-edge Avionics systems. This TPM will support the Avionics IPT, working to track and coordinate schedule and hand-offs of avionics hardware throughout the product lifecycle (design, procure, build, test, delivery) and communicate status to leadership. Identify and implement process improvement efforts to deliver the right information to the right people at the right time. In this pivotal role, you will analyze and provide data-driven recommendations that balance the needs of technical teams with overall program objectives. You will foster collaboration and ensure alignment among team members on a common path forward, addressing any points of contention and building consensus. The ideal candidate will possess sound judgment, strong leadership skills, humility, and the ability to influence strategically.

What You'll Do

  • Own Program Execution : Proactively drive successful outcomes rather than just reporting on them
  • Timeline and Schedule Management : Analyze requirements, resources, and dependencies, to create and rally the team around a reliable timeline and schedule
  • Progress Tracking and Reporting : Monitor progress towards organizational goals and milestones, facilitating team collaboration and ensuring clear communication of program status to stakeholders
  • Risk Management : Proactively identify and address program risks related to schedule, cost, and resources
  • Dependency Mapping : Identify critical dependencies impacting program deliverables and ensure roadblocks cleared
  • Resource Management : Pinpoint resource gaps and coordinate cross-functional planning for resource allocation, including headcount, budget, and workspace needs, while optimizing resource utilization to meet program and departmental objectives

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field from an accredited institution
  • 4+ years of experience working on a complex technical project as a program manager or engineer
  • Evidence managing programs, building sustainable processes, and coordinating engineering activities
  • Evidence leading through influence and collaborating with technical owners to establish a plan
  • Demonstrated proficiency communicating effectively, to adjust approach across stakeholders and teams and to navigate both technical and business discussions
  • Evidence in understanding technical tradeoffs and how to reduce risk through key development efforts
  • Exceptional organizational and analytical skills, capable of managing multiple initiatives concurrently
  • Proven experience in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, influencing engineering teams, and interacting with leadership stakeholders
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in a relevant technical or management field
  • Experience taking hardware through environmental qualification and acceptance testing per MIL-STD-810 and / or MIL-STD-461
  • Direct experience in electrical / avionics and / or harness development
  • Direct experience in leading product development within the aerospace or automotive sectors
  • Deep familiarity with subsystems and knowledge of vehicle systems that you have previously worked on
  • The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and / or training, critical skills, and / or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including :

  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits : For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI) : Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents. For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa : Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
  • Basic Life / AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support : Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources : We provide free mental health resources 24 / 7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
  • A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
  • Daily Meals and Provisions : For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
  • Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
  • The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

    Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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