Staff Program Manager, Safety and Standards

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

11h

About The Position

Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Test and Evaluation (T&E) Flight Operations team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with T&E leadership and various business lines to establish and oversee team training, safety, and standard practices both on-site and across multiple test facilities. A key responsibility will be ensuring compliance with DCMA 8210 regulations. Additionally, you will manage safety trends and conduct predictive analysis to enhance operational safety. Join our dynamic team and contribute to building a robust Aviation T&E program that positions us as the industry leader in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) products and operations.

Requirements

Extremely organized and detail-oriented.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture.
Demonstrated expertise in DCMA 8210-series requirements.
Experience with Safety Management System (SMS) and aviation quality programs.
Strong knowledge of FAA and DoD regulations.
Experience in aviation in flight instruction, flight standardization, and/or flight safety.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of aviation policy creation / writing.
Familiarity with the US Military and FAA safety investigation processes.
Knowledge of flight training requirements, currency, and proficiency.
Experience with incident response / pre-accident planning.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Ability to travel on an as needed basis.

Nice To Haves

Prior Government Flight Representative (GFR) or Government Ground Representative (GGR) experience.
School trained Aviation Safety Officer (ASO).
Military aviation background.
Group 5 UAS experience.
Familiarity with airspace control / coordination.
Formal safety training (FAA, military, etc.).
Familiarity with data analytics / statistical analysis.
Familiarity with the test / experimental flight test process.
Familiarity with the technical writing process.

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for DCMA 8210-1D instruction and related contract requirements.
Monitor, interpret, and implement changes to Flight and Ground Operations Procedures.
Ensure timely communications to all stakeholders, internal and external.
Lead internal readiness reviews and DCMA audits
Develop, implement, and manage safety management system (SMS) and operational standards programs.
Maintain safety policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and checklists to ensure compliance with federal, DoD, and company requirements.
Establish and maintain a standardized approach to creating, updating, and publishing written procedures, checklists, manuals, and other documents required for the execution of test-related and flight activities..
Serve as primary liaison to the Government Flight Representative (GFR) and Government Ground Representative (GGR), as required.
Serve as liaison to the Federal Aviation Administration and local airfields as needed.
Serve as Aviation Safety Officer (ASO) for flight operations.
Lead Safety Council to proliferate updated requirements, review lessons learned, and share ideas for the continuous improvement of test operations.
Be prepared to conduct safety investigations into ground and flight test-related incidents and report findings to Anduril leadership as required.
Review all incidents, track derivative issues, and ensure closure of all issues with subsequent out briefings that connect root cause analysis to root cause corrective actions.
Maintain the Mishap Response Plan (MRP) for flight related activities.
Track statistical data relating to ground and flight test-related incidents for trend analysis and potential corrective recommendations.

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.