Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted
today

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Above market

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This role $193k
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This role pays more than 74% of similar roles. Most pay $149,750–$195,400 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $193k versus about $173k 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 1882 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1696 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations

The Senior Manager of Manufacturing Operations role at Anduril involves leading a team of production leaders to deliver high-quality hardware for military and commercial customers. This position requires setting safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals, managing monthly and quarterly targets, and developing the organizational structure with succession planning. The ideal candidate will drive strategic projects, collaborate with senior leadership on cross-functional initiatives, and ensure alignment with broader business objectives. Essential skills include experience in high-volume production environments, proficiency with ERP and MES systems, and a passion for employee development. Preferred qualifications involve NPI experience, lean six sigma certification, and top-secret security clearance. This role demands technical acumen, strong communication, and the ability to navigate complex operational challenges while fostering a culture of excellence and urgency.

What you'll do

  • Drive Tier 3 production reporting and set safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals across multiple teams.
  • Lead the organizational structure development for the leadership team, including succession planning.
  • Define operational direction by establishing goals, policies, and processes for manufacturing operations.
  • Oversee cross-functional projects impacting all work centers to align with broader objectives.
  • Execute near-term and long-term business outcomes while driving strategic initiatives in production operations.
  • Set team culture and drive both tactical execution and strategic direction for manufacturing operations.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years experience in production-oriented fields with at least 3+ years in a managerial role.
  • Proven skills in process and equipment troubleshooting for dynamic environments.
  • Experience working with ERP and MES systems, including new system implementation.
  • Strong leadership and employee development capabilities, training both new and veteran leaders.
  • Proficiency in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
  • Passion for driving team culture and strategic direction in manufacturing operations.

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