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Technical Program Manager, Avionics, Air Dominance & Strike

Technical Program Manager, Avionics, Air Dominance & Strike

Clearance Jobs • Costa Mesa, CA, US
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Technical Program Manager

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 real-time, 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.

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
  • US Salary Range $154,000 - $231,000 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.
  • 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. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https : / / anduril.com / applicant-privacy-notice / .

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