Associate Director, Strategic Execution

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted
15 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

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This role $193k
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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1697 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Associate Director, Strategic Execution

As an Associate Director, Strategic Execution - TRS, you will join the Strategic Execution team to support growth operations for the Tactical Reconnaissance and Strike lines. Working within the Maneuver Dominance Division, you will focus on products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, and Altius, which are aerial small drones designed for defense and intelligence applications. Your daily responsibilities include partnering cross-functionally with Business Development, Operations, and Finance to manage pipelines, refine strategic reporting, and prioritize resources. You will analyze top-line data, maintain TAM assignments, and translate sales demand into planning inputs to drive data-backed decisions. The role requires proficiency in Salesforce and advanced data analysis to create executive narratives. Essential skills include high-level communication, project management, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while solving complex business process challenges within the defense technology sector.

What you'll do

  • Manage pipelines, planning processes, and resource prioritization in partnership with Business Development, Operations, and Finance teams.
  • Analyze top-line data and maintain TAM assignments to identify trends and inform decision-making.
  • Translate sales pipeline demand into actionable planning inputs for growth initiatives.
  • Identify and resolve recurring business process challenges using quantitative analysis to drive improvements.
  • Distill complex data into strategic narratives tailored for executive stakeholders.
  • Execute multiple special projects across various departments as they arise.
  • Manage the transition of drone products from initial concepts to operational systems.

What we're looking for

  • You must have 4-10 years of experience in an operating role at a high-growth company, or in finance or consulting.
  • You must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to present complex information clearly.
  • You must be proficient with CRM tools, specifically Salesforce.
  • You should demonstrate knowledge in defense acquisitions and government contract structures.
  • Experience in military, contracting, or DoD/Government environments is preferred.
  • You must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.
  • You must be able to navigate ambiguity and manage cross-functional projects from start to finish.
  • You must have a high aptitude for rapid learning and data-driven problem solving.

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