Technical Program Manager, Omen Mission Systems

Anduril Industries

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Location
Costa Mesa, CA
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$166,000–$220,000 / yr
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3 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.

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TL;DR · Technical Program Manager, Omen Mission Systems

The Technical Program Manager, Omen Mission Systems joins the Omen team to oversee the development of mission-specific configurations for a hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle. This role involves leading the complete lifecycle of mission systems, including customer studies, requirements definition, design, fabrication, testing, and production. You will manage capture programs, identify technology differentiators, and collaborate with cross-functional teams of software and hardware engineers, finance, and international trade compliance. The position requires proficiency in project management technologies like JIRA, alongside practical knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Candidates must possess experience with unmanned aerial systems, robotics, or payloads. The work focuses on developing a runway-independent Group 3 platform capable of operating from ship decks or remote clearings to provide maneuverability across defense and civilian domains.

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What you'll do

  • Lead Mission Systems development through the complete life cycle from requirements definition to production.
  • Manage capture programs by identifying technology differentiators and developing winning proposal strategies.
  • Coordinate operational aspects of mission-specific configurations for the Omen autonomous air vehicle.
  • Ensure all development programs adhere to strict compliance and milestone requirements.
  • Travel to customer sites, vendors, and test events to support demonstration activities.
  • Manage concurrent programs and competing priorities using project management technologies like JIRA.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Physics, Engineering or first-hand experience operating advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
  • 7+ years of experience as a Technical Program Manager or in a product development role for payloads or a robotics system.
  • Proven experience in program management, preferably in a technical or military setting.
  • Familiarity with UAS products and experience working with end users in the field.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong experience in project management technologies like JIRA, with practical familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
  • Ability to work within organizations with minimal structure and with minimal direction.
  • An active U.S. Secret security clearance.
  • Knowledge of hardware and software development practices for autonomous robotics systems (preferred).
  • Significant customer-facing experience leading technically challenging programs (preferred).
  • Experience with Defense Acquisition Processes, including SRRs, PDRs, and PRRs (preferred).

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