Engineering Program Manager, Actuation Systems

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$191,000–$253,000 / yr
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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.

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TL;DR · Engineering Program Manager, Actuation Systems

As an Engineering Program Manager at Anduril, you will join a dynamic team responsible for developing advanced actuation systems and work closely with cross-functional teams including design engineering, finance, logistics, manufacturing, and more. Your primary responsibilities include establishing key milestones, evaluating tasks to support program development, and ensuring the program stays on track through effective communication and data-driven decision-making. You must have 10+ years of experience in technical program management for complex electromechanical systems and a strong background in mechanical systems hardware, particularly drive systems and turbojet engines. Familiarity with power electronics, sensing, and control systems is beneficial. This role requires a secret security clearance and the ability to navigate intricate product development lifecycles at scale.

What you'll do

  • Establish key milestones and targets to define the product roadmap.
  • Evaluate and prioritize tasks required for program development efforts.
  • Ensure teams are engaged at appropriate times during engineering stages.
  • Communicate engineering strategy and vision to technical stakeholders.
  • Execute various tasks to de-risk the program’s roadmap and keep it on track.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years experience as a Technical Program Manager for hardware or integrated product development.
  • Extensive experience managing complex electromechanical systems, including motors, actuators, and drive systems.
  • 4+ years in mechanical systems hardware with focus on drive systems and integrated product development.
  • Strong aptitude for working with internal and external stakeholders across various technical areas.
  • Comfortable working with data and conducting complex analyses to inform decision-making.

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