Deployment Lead

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Washington, DC
Salary
$112,000–$149,000 / yr
Posted
1 day ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $179k
This role $130k
$101k most similar roles pay here $219k

This role pays less than 91% of similar roles. Most pay $150,000–$207,662 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $179k 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 2019 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1811 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Deployment Lead

As a Mission Operations Deployment Lead at Anduril’s CUAS team, you will lead the deployment and sustainment of critical unmanned aerial system capabilities in challenging operational environments worldwide. Your role involves project planning, executing complex hardware movements, site installations, and Tier 1 troubleshooting while ensuring seamless communication with customers and internal teams. You will manage customer expectations, drive cross-functional program teams to deliver mission-critical solutions, and foster a culture of innovation and influence through strong relationship management. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in defense or aerospace project management, leading tech-enabled teams, and coordinating cross-functional experts to achieve unified goals. Proficiency in problem-solving, risk mitigation, and effective communication is essential, alongside an advanced degree or equivalent technical experience. This role demands a deep understanding of Anduril’s CUAS Family of Systems and the ability to adapt to evolving mission needs globally.

What you'll do

  • Plan and execute complex hardware movements and site installations for CUAS systems.
  • Lead Tier 1 troubleshooting, user engagements, issue resolution, and escalation processes.
  • Develop and communicate project plans and timelines to customers and internal teams.
  • Drive cross-functional program teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities effectively.
  • Manage customer expectations and relationships through effective communication and follow-through.
  • Support large DoW programs by submitting accurate and timely information on deadlines.
  • Innovate and drive improvements across disciplines, designing processes for project management.

What we're looking for

  • Proven customer-facing program management experience in defense or aerospace.
  • Experience leading teams to field hardware or software products in operational environments.
  • Advanced degree or 4+ years of technical experience in a relevant field.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% annually for work-related activities.
  • Strong cross-functional leadership and coordination skills across engineering, operations, logistics.
  • Innovative problem-solving and process improvement capabilities.
  • Effective communication and relationship-building with diverse stakeholders.

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