Production Program Manager, Avionics

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
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This role $170k
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This role pays less than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $174,106–$219,100 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $170k versus about $197k 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 1830 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Production Program Manager, Avionics

As the Production Program Manager, Avionics, you will join the Air Dominance & Strike team to oversee the manufacturing and production lifecycle for advanced defense systems. You will be responsible for translating prototypes into scalable production, driving process optimization to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness, and managing project budgets and resources. Your daily work involves coordinating cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, operations, and quality teams to mitigate risks and ensure timely delivery of programs. The role requires expertise in manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and product launches under condensed timelines. You will utilize tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Gantt Charts while applying methodologies like Agile, Lean, TPS, or Six Sigma. This position addresses the technical challenge of transitioning complex hardware into full-scale production within the defense and aerospace sectors.

What you'll do

  • Oversee the manufacturing and production lifecycle for avionics systems within the Air Dominance & Strike division.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, scalability, and cost effectiveness during development phases.
  • Monitor project budgets and track progress to ensure successful transitions to full-scale production.
  • Manage the allocation of materials, labor, and equipment to meet specific production readiness goals.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks or roadblocks that could impact project timelines or operational readiness.
  • Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to align pre-production efforts with business objectives.
  • Provide regular updates to leadership regarding project status, risks, and proposed solutions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in operations program management, production, or manufacturing.
  • Experience in defense, aerospace, or complex hardware industries (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and production workflows.
  • Experience launching new products with condensed timelines.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies such as Agile, Lean, TPS, or Six Sigma.
  • Proficiency in project management tools including Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Gantt Charts.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.

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