Technical Program Manager, PES

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 TEAM

Anduril's Tactical Recon & Strike (TRS) is a division with two missions: 1) build highly capable autonomous drones, and 2) build solid rocket motors at scale. We transform products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, and Altius from early concepts into fully operational capabilities by partnering closely with specialist engineering, operations, and production teams. Through our Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) team, we design and manufacture solid rocket motors using advanced materials, proprietary formulations, and high-volume production methods-delivering safe, reliable propulsion systems that support a wide range of mission requirements. TRS hires software engineers & hardware engineers, who are excited to build across a diverse and powerful portfolio-from autonomous aerial systems to high-performance solid rocket motors. Our teams contribute to highly capable autonomous robotics systems and propulsion products that operate reliably in the most demanding mission environment.
ABOUT THE JOB

As part of the larger Tactical Recon & Strike division, the Precision Engagement Systems (PES) team at Anduril develops aerial small drones (Group 1-2) and all equipment to test, deploy and operate. The team is responsible for taking products like Anvil and Bolt from paper sketches to operational systems. We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers. We are looking for software engineers, hardware engineers, roboticists, and front-end mobile developers who are excited about creating a powerful robotics platform that can be tasked and viewed in real-time through a variety of interfaces.

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Technical Program Manager to lead a pivotal new program within our Precision Engagement Systems (PES) business line. This is a unique opportunity to drive the end-to-end development of one of our most critical, cutting-edge drone platforms, integrating advanced autonomy and AI capabilities from initial concept through to successful mass production. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are passionate about shaping the future of intelligent hardware, we invite you to join our innovative team.
WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the end-to-end development of cutting-edge hardware products, guiding programs from initial concept and ideation through all development phases to successful mass production.
• Shepherd cross-functional engineering teams (Hardware, Software, Firmware, Test) through the entire product lifecycle, fostering a highly collaborative and high-velocity development environment.
• Organize and manage comprehensive system requirements, ensuring clarity, traceability, and alignment across all engineering disciplines.
• Actively engage with and manage critical external stakeholders, including key suppliers and strategic customers, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment.
• Partner closely with supply chain functions (sourcing engineers, demand planning, supply chain management) to optimize material flow, mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery.
• Drive program execution in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, adapting plans and processes to embrace agile and iterative methodologies over traditional waterfall approaches.
• Utilize and champion industry-standard program management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Smartsheet to track progress, manage issues, and facilitate transparent communication.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate technical and program risks, developing contingency plans to ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in technical program management, specifically working with both hardware and software engineering teams.
• A strong background in hardware development programs, including familiarity with hardware/software interaction, embedded systems, and software infrastructure activities, with a proven track record of bringing complex products from concept to mass production.
• Direct experience with products integrating autonomy and AI capabilities, such as drones, UAVs, robotics, or autonomous vehicles, is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive and adapt in a very fast-paced, fluid environment, where agility and iterative development are key.
• Proven experience in managing complex system requirements, from definition and organization to tracking and validation.
• Extensive experience engaging with external entities, including managing supplier relationships, contract manufacturers, and customer technical interactions.
• Familiarity with supply chain processes, including sourcing, demand/supply planning, and managing material readiness for production.
• Exceptional communication skills, with a proven ability to present complex technical problems and program statuses clearly and concisely to executive leadership and diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with modern program management and collaboration tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet) is essential.
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline is required; a Master's degree (e.g., MBA, M.S. in Engineering) is highly preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%.

US Salary Range

$166,000-$220,000 USD

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:

Healthcare Benefits

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional 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

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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