Program Manager, USMC Air Defense

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Irvine, CASeattle, WAWashington, DC
Salary
$146,000–$194,000 / yr
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This role $170k
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This role pays less than 57% of similar roles. Most pay $164,075–$221,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $170k versus about $193k for comparable roles.

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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.

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TL;DR · Program Manager, USMC Air Defense

The Program Manager role at the USMC Air Defense team is designed for a senior operator to oversee and scale CUAS capabilities globally. This position involves developing and maintaining program execution frameworks, coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering and compliance, and ensuring regulatory adherence in challenging operational environments. Key responsibilities include managing deployment planning from logistics through on-site activation, conducting after-action reviews, and engaging stakeholders across technical, operational, and regulatory domains to ensure mission success. The ideal candidate has over six years of experience in government program management, with expertise in complex, cross-functional programs involving hardware and software systems. Familiarity with CUAS operating environments, airspace regulations, and military rules of engagement is essential, along with strong communication skills for briefing senior leadership and customer executives.

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain program execution frameworks to ensure alignment across technical and operational teams.
  • Identify and mitigate program risks early, ensuring compliance with U.S. and host-nation regulatory frameworks.
  • Oversee planning and coordination of CUAS deployments from logistics through on-site activation and long-term sustainment.
  • Serve as senior program representative during key deployments, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder alignment.
  • Lead after-action reviews to capture lessons learned and improve deployment velocity and quality continuously.
  • Coordinate with regulatory stakeholders to support CUAS deployments within DoD and host-nation authorities.

What we're looking for

  • 6+ years of experience in government program offices or defense programs.
  • Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional programs involving hardware and software systems.
  • Strong operational rigor with the ability to build structured plans and execute against tight timelines.
  • Experience working with military and government entities, critical infrastructure operators, or defense customers.
  • Exceptional communication skills for briefing senior leadership and customer executives.
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Familiarity with airspace regulations, regulatory compliance, and operational integration in U.S. and overseas environments.

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