Business Operations Lead - Technical Projects

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$146,000–$180,000 / yr
Posted
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Similar $172k
This role $163k
$125k most similar roles pay here $209k

This role pays less than 58% of similar roles. Most pay $148,500–$196,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $163k versus about $172k for comparable roles.

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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 1882 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1696 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Business Operations Lead - Technical Projects

The Business Operations Lead - Technical Projects role at Anduril involves tackling complex, cross-functional challenges that drive the company’s growth. This builder-operator position requires a blend of operational rigor and technical curiosity to deliver high-impact initiatives across various departments such as engineering, supply chain, and field operations. Day-to-day responsibilities include owning end-to-end projects from conception to execution, developing analytics tools, and managing data pipelines within Anduril’s business systems like ERP, MRP, and MES. Ideal candidates possess 3+ years of experience in technical roles or consulting, with a strong background in data-driven problem-solving and the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with hardware and software environments, exposure to classified workflows, and a track record of success in fast-paced, ambiguous settings.

What you'll do

  • Own and deliver cross-functional initiatives from problem framing to execution.
  • Operate across hardware and software environments, solving complex business issues.
  • Develop analytics and tooling that shape decision-making processes within the company.
  • Work deeply in Anduril’s business systems to understand data flow and process integration.
  • Project manage across diverse teams, leading meetings and managing communication channels.
  • Partner with senior leaders to address high-priority operational challenges effectively.

What we're looking for

  • 3+ years experience in consulting, business operations, strategy, or engineering.
  • Technical background with data-driven mindset and systems understanding.
  • Ability to define frameworks, build business cases, and integrate solutions strategically.
  • Proactive builder who prefers designing new solutions over patching existing ones.
  • Comfortable working in ambiguous environments with complex, cross-functional problems.

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