Program Manager, Army, Air Defense

Anduril Industries

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On-site
Location
Irvine, CA
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$146,000–$194,000 / 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 · Program Manager, Army, Air Defense

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The Program Manager role within the Air Defense team at Anduril is designed for an experienced operator to drive program execution and scale deployments of Counter UAS capabilities in the United States. This senior-level position involves developing and maintaining program frameworks, coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering and compliance, and ensuring regulatory adherence while managing risks and costs. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience in deployment operations or technical project management within high-stakes environments, with a strong background in defense programs or aerospace systems. Familiarity with FAA regulations and domestic airspace integration is preferred, as well as the ability to communicate effectively at executive levels and manage ambiguity while fostering cross-functional alignment.

Skills

Program Management Project Management Technical Project Management Cross-functional Team Coordination Executive Reporting Risk Management Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Engagement Deployment Planning Logistics CUAS Operations FAA Coordination Infrastructure Development Military Installations DoD Programs DHS Programs Critical Infrastructure Protection

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain program execution frameworks to ensure alignment across technical and operational teams.
  • Identify and mitigate program risks early by driving strategies across stakeholders.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams for mission-ready capabilities delivery at customer sites.
  • Serve as a senior representative during key deployments, ensuring stakeholder alignment.
  • Oversee planning and coordination of CUAS deployments from logistics through long-term sustainment.

What we're looking for

  • 6+ years of experience in deployment operations or defense programs involving hardware and software systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs in high-stakes environments.
  • Experience working with domestic government entities and regulated commercial customers.
  • Strong operational rigor and ability to build structured plans under tight timelines.
  • Proven capability to drive alignment across functions without formal authority.
  • Exceptional communication skills for briefing executive-level senior leadership.

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