Acquisition Program Manager

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

ABOUT THE TEAM The Corp Tech Acquisition team scopes and manages the implementation of Anduril’s acquired companies. We help enable the new acquisitions to build, ship, and deploy products at scale with Anduril’s systems and processes. As we continue to acquire companies and expand our capabilities, we are seeking a highly skilled Acquisition Program Manager specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). This role will lead and coordinate the acquisition process, work with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth integration, and manage all aspects of program planning and execution. ABOUT THE JOB Oversee the acquisition program lifecycle from due diligence, integration, and adoption to completion across multiple acquisitions Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders (IT, Legal, HR, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Mission Operations, Finance, Product, Deployments) to root cause problems and scope key requirements, milestones, and dependencies for acquisition implementation success Own building the program management foundation for the acquisition team Own defining, managing, and improving program management processes for all acquisition implementations Help implement risk management strategies, identifying potential issues and developing contingency plans Manage the program timeline across all related acquisitions, ensuring milestones are met and programs stay on track Define program scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management Facilitate communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams and departments Provide regular updates and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary, according to each acquisitions integration plan Analyze each program status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or resources to ensure that program requirements can be met Establish and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on program status and changes

Requirements

50%+ travel required
insanely high execution bar, and will see all programs through from conception to tactical completion to move Anduril forward
5+ years of program management experience, preferably with managing complex systems and operations implementations
5+ years of experience with managing executive communication, board of director goals or driving cross company initiatives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong presentation skills, able to clearly articulate needs to leadership team and a wide variety of cross-functional stakeholders
Collaborate across teams, strategizing how to bridge different parts of the organization to achieve cross-functional outcomes
Ability to observe and anticipate potential risks across programs, milestones, timelines, etc.
You are incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and and excel in strategic planning
You have both high ownership and low ego, approaching everything with strong outcome orientation and high humility
You’re discerning and an incredibly fast learner
U.S. Persons status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data

Responsibilities

Oversee the acquisition program lifecycle from due diligence, integration, and adoption to completion across multiple acquisitions
Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders (IT, Legal, HR, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Mission Operations, Finance, Product, Deployments) to root cause problems and scope key requirements, milestones, and dependencies for acquisition implementation success
Own building the program management foundation for the acquisition team
Own defining, managing, and improving program management processes for all acquisition implementations
Help implement risk management strategies, identifying potential issues and developing contingency plans
Manage the program timeline across all related acquisitions, ensuring milestones are met and programs stay on track
Define program scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management
Facilitate communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams and departments
Provide regular updates and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary, according to each acquisitions integration plan
Analyze each program status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or resources to ensure that program requirements can be met
Establish and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on program status and changes

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.
Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.
Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.