Senior Program Chief Engineer, International Programs

Anduril Industries

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

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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 · Senior Program Chief Engineer, International Programs

As a Senior Program Chief Engineer in International Programs, you will lead the technical direction and execution of complex projects for our global clients, bridging the gap between engineering teams and field operations. Your role involves advocating for client needs within the organization, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality systems. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where you can build structure amidst uncertainty, prioritize effectively, and communicate technical concepts to various audiences. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in autonomous systems, robotics, or software development, with a focus on foreign military sales and international engagements. Familiarity with robotics architecture, sensor integrations, and computer vision is preferred, along with proven leadership in delivering hardware or software products to real-world environments.

What you'll do

  • Serve as the internal advocate for clients within the engineering team.
  • Bridge communication gaps between Engineering and Field Operations teams.
  • Prioritize project requirements by distinguishing must-haves from nice-to-haves.
  • Anticipate and mitigate potential blockers in project timelines and execution.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to various levels of audiences.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 8+ years experience in Chief Engineer or similar roles in autonomous systems, robotics, or software development.
  • Proven client-facing technical program management and systems engineering experience in foreign military sales and international engagements.
  • Strong familiarity with robotics, sensor integrations, computer vision systems, and their architecture.
  • Experience leading a technical team to deploy hardware or software products in real operating environments.
  • Background working in rapidly iterating test environments with high integration levels with software development teams.

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