Technical Program Manager, Space Battle Management

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

We are hiring a Technical Program Manager for our Space business line. The Technical Program Manager will lead day-to-day execution of program initiatives and tasks – working with Business Operations to manage the budget and schedule, as well as with the customer, and the Growth team to satisfy the technical objectives while meeting all of the contractual requirements. This role is directly tied to an ongoing, funded program within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The program requires building and fielding a resilient, software-defined, distributed mesh networking layer and C2 capabilities for critical Space Domain Awareness data. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

Requirements

Experience designing, developing, or leading complex software development programs in support of advanced C2 capabilities in any domain
Demonstrated experience managing software products through direct end user engagement over a prolonged, iterative development cycle
B.S. (minimum) in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
4+ years relevant industry experience
Experience with the deployment and integration of sophisticated hardware and software systems
Experience with building and leading cross-functional teams
Adaptive and introspective; willing to learn, teach, lead and follow
Comfortable with setting and achieving goals in an amorphous environment
Comfortable with working in limited resource environments
Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Understanding of existing systems architectures that support ground and orbital systems contributing to Space Domain Awareness and Space Control
Operational experience and understanding of the Joint Targeting Cycle with regard to Space Warfighting capabilities and concepts of operations
Broad understanding of current and emerging capabilities deployed within the Space domain
Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams to successful completion of projects
Able to perform in fast paced environment
Collaborative problem solving to achieve work goals
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Experience with Microsoft Project or equivalent project management software
Ability to organize, prioritize and simplify complex problems
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
Lead team to develop solutions to complex, time sensitive problems
Maintain customer relationship with timely, accurate, and meaningful communications
Creation of project proposals, program plans, reports, and process documentation
Prior systems engineering or software integration experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the project from start to finish with the customer and the engineering team.
Develop the technical path for success, identify engineering needs, and validate the projected product outcome with the customer.
Work side-by-side with our customers to understand their specific mission challenges and represent the customer as you work with Anduril engineers to shape products that solve critical national and international security challenges.
Work with Anduril engineers to build the solution and/or pivot development as needed to meet client needs.
Develop, coordinate and communicate the path to success with both internal and external partners.
Work with clients and engineers to build sprint plans, execution plans, milestones.
Grow our business through customer success

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.
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.