Senior Technical Program Manager, Autonomous Launchers

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$166,000–$208,000 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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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 884 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Technical Program Manager, Autonomous Launchers

Senior Technical Program Manager, Autonomous Launchers joins the Expeditionary Systems team to lead end-to-end execution for hardware programs from early development through production scaling. This role serves as the primary owner for schedule, cost, and scope while managing cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and operations. The successful candidate will develop integrated master schedules, risk registers, and budget plans while navigating NPI gates like DV, PV, and LRIP. Key requirements include technical fluency in system integration, proficiency in earned value management, and experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in a technical field and be eligible for a U.S. security clearance. The role addresses the challenge of modernizing command and control capabilities by developing autonomous hardware systems to improve military readiness and operational effectiveness.

What does a Technical Program Manager earn in California?

Median $198350 from 78 postings across 19 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Own end-to-end execution for hardware programs from early development through production scaling.
  • Manage program scope, cost, and schedule while serving as the primary point of contact for stakeholders.
  • Develop integrated master schedules, risk registers, and budget tracking tools to ensure data accuracy.
  • Define program execution strategies including phase gate criteria, build plans, and production transition roadmaps.
  • Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality to resolve conflicts and align priorities.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks before they impact schedule or cost performance.
  • Partner with Supply Chain and Manufacturing to drive production scaling and make/buy decisions.
  • Mentor and develop junior program managers to build internal team capabilities.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience in technical program management or systems engineering in hardware development or defense manufacturing.
  • Proven track record of delivering complex hardware programs from early development through production on schedule and within budget.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Operations, or a related technical field.
  • PMP, CAPM, or equivalent certification.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated hardware development environments.
  • Technical fluency in engineering design decisions, system integration, and production readiness criteria.
  • Proficiency in program management disciplines including integrated master scheduling, risk management, and earned value cost tracking.

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