Technical Program Manager, Connected Warfare at Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

171000.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Management, Interoperability, Integration, Technical Expertise, Systems Engineering, Software Development, Networking, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Process Improvement, ITAR Compliance, RMF Compliance, Client-Facing, Data Analysis, CI/CD Pipelines, Test and Evaluation

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

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 The Connected Warfare division builds systems to support global command and control missions. We create joint, time sensitive, multi domain, ubiquitous, and connected mesh ecosystems. Our ecosystem enables connected warfare with disproportional impact by connecting every robot, human, and sensor in every domain, bringing together hundreds of thousands of end points across the globe. We are the substrate that provides the source of truth for time sensitive decision, effectively transforming the way that militaries close kills chains and enable mission autonomy. ABOUT THE JOB We’re seeking a Technical Program Manager to ensure interoperability and integration of our software and hardware across two of Connected Warfare’s largest programs. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, program management experience, customer focus and an understanding of the defense sector and military systems. You will work closely with engineering, product, business, and government stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our customers and partners. WHAT YOU'LL DO Program Management: Align program roadmaps, manage timelines, and allocate resources to ensure successful delivery and production-quality. Balance competing priorities across multiple products and programs in a fast-paced, startup environment. Cross-functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison between engineering teams, product management, and external stakeholders—including defense contractors and government entities. Align cross-functional teams on their goals, dependencies, and deliverables. Drive effective communication and collaboration across distributed teams and locations. Technical Expertise: Understand the architecture, dependencies, and technical challenges of defense-related systems. Support engineering teams in resolving technical issues, making trade-offs to meet division objectives. Ensure compliance with industry standards and government regulations, such as ITAR and RMF. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks proactively, including technical, schedule, and compliance-related risks. Monitor dependencies, anticipate bottlenecks, and adjust plans as needed to maintain program momentum. Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with key customers, partners, and government agencies, ensuring program alignment with contractual obligations and stakeholder expectations. Prepare and deliver clear program updates, technical briefs, and performance reports for internal and external audiences. Process Improvement: Implement and refine processes to enhance program execution and efficiency within a startup environment. Leverage best practices in program management while adapting to the unique challenges of the defense sector. Cultivate knowledge management repositories and CI/CD pipelines to build processes that result in production-quality engineering deliverables. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 5 years experience as a Technical Program Manager, Product Manager, Engineering Manager, or Engineer for a commercial technology or aerospace and defense company. Strong technical background with familiarity in systems engineering, software development, and networking Proven client-facing technical program management and/or systems engineering experience Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical issues into business-impact insights Exceptional organizational and communication skills Willingness to travel as needed (up to 50%) Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Ability to work within organizations with minimal structure and with minimal direction Proven track record in designing and implementing best practices that drive operational efficiency and sustainable growth Familiarity with a defense acquisition processes, compliance, and reporting requirements Experience with developing and operating distributed systems, CI/CD pipelines, APIs, middleware, 3rd-party software developer experience initiatives, and/or modular system architectures Experiencing with managing Test and Evaluation or continuous Quality Assurance of complex software programs Strong technical, analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations and drive decisions Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or an Engineering discipline Active U.S. Secret security clearance US Salary Range $129,000—$171,000 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/.

Responsibilities

The Technical Program Manager will ensure the interoperability and integration of software and hardware across major Connected Warfare programs by aligning roadmaps, managing timelines, and allocating resources for production-quality delivery. This role involves serving as the primary liaison between engineering, product, and external government stakeholders to drive effective cross-functional collaboration and technical issue resolution.