Senior Technical Program Manager, Sentry Platform Technologies

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Irvine, CA
Salary: $167,000–$222,000 / yr
Posted: 119 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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.

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TL;DR · Senior Technical Program Manager, Sentry Platform Technologies

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The Senior Technical Program Manager, Sentry Platform Technologies, joins the Sentry Platform Technologies team to lead the development of shared hardware and software capabilities. This role involves driving technical execution from concept through prototype development, system integration, qualification, manufacturing readiness, and production across the Sentry product family. You will manage complex projects involving pan-tilt units, compute, power systems, communications, and platform software. Key responsibilities include partnering with Product Management, Lead Platform Architects, and Chief Engineers to align shared technologies with mission requirements for Counter-Intrusion, Air Defense, and Maritime business lines. You must demonstrate expertise in systems integration, DFM/DFA, and reliability engineering. The role solves the technical challenge of creating scalable, reusable foundational technologies that accelerate product development and reduce lifecycle costs across multiple diverse defense systems.

What does a Technical Program Manager earn in California?

Median $200000 from 105 postings across 25 companies.

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Skills

Robotics Autonomous Systems Systems Integration Platform Software DFM DFA Reliability Engineering Communications Power Systems Compute Platforms Manufacturing Readiness Qualification Testing

What you'll do

Lead technical execution for shared Sentry platform technologies including compute, power, and communications systems.
Drive development from initial concept through prototype builds, integration, validation, and manufacturing readiness.
Align shared platform capabilities with product roadmaps and mission requirements by partnering with stakeholders.
Coordinate cross-functional execution across mechanical, electrical, software, systems, and manufacturing engineering teams.
Drive standardization, modularity, and reuse of common technologies across the Sentry product family.
Identify technical and programmatic risks early and develop mitigation strategies across engineering organizations.
Partner with suppliers and manufacturing teams to mature technologies for scalable production and sustainment.
Communicate roadmap status, technical decisions, and program health to engineering and executive leadership.

What we're looking for

5–8+ years of experience leading complex hardware and/or software product development programs.
Demonstrated success delivering sophisticated hardware, software, or electromechanical technologies from concept through production.
Strong understanding of systems integration, platform development, validation, manufacturing readiness, and production ramp.
Experience leading highly cross-functional engineering efforts spanning multiple technical disciplines.
Proven ability to drive execution and influence technical decisions across organizations without direct management authority.
Experience partnering with suppliers, manufacturing organizations, and engineering leadership throughout the product lifecycle.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or another relevant technical discipline.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.