Training Lead, Autonomous Airpower

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Costa Mesa, CA
Salary: $123,000–$149,000 / yr
Posted: 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 · Training Lead, Autonomous Airpower

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The Training Lead role at Anduril’s Air Dominance and Strike Division involves planning and executing technical training for cutting-edge autonomous airpower products. You will collaborate with engineers, program managers, and subject matter experts to develop comprehensive training curricula across various platforms, ensuring instruction remains current with new product features. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating learning objectives, delivering hands-on training at customer locations, and capturing user feedback to inform product development. The ideal candidate has a background in aviation maintenance, expertise in instructional design, and the ability to work in diverse field conditions, including travel up to 50% of the time. Familiarity with ADDIE models and US Air Force protocols is preferred.

Skills

ADDIE Python PostgreSQL Kubernetes AWS Terraform Docker CI/CD Git GitHub Military protocols UAV maintenance A&P certification Secret security clearance

What you'll do

Create and manage training materials for Anduril’s products.
Convert product capabilities into learning objectives with matching course content.
Design comprehensive training curricula across various platforms.
Ensure training instruction remains current with new features and functionality.
Deliver on-site training at customer locations, including Hazard Zones.
Serve as a bridge between customers and Anduril to inform product development.

What we're looking for

Direct maintenance experience with UAVs, fighter aircraft, or advanced aviation equipment.
Expertise in planning, developing, and delivering technical training programs.
Understanding of ADDIE model and adult learning theories for instructional design.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams without hierarchical oversight.
Willingness to travel up to 50% for extended periods, including Hazard Zones.
Secret security clearance required.
Enthusiasm for enhancing military capabilities with advanced technology.

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