Senior Technical Program Manager NPI, Anduril Expeditionary Systems

Costa Mesa, California, United States. Posted a month ago

The role

You will own end-to-end program execution for hardware programs within AES from early development through production scaling. You will be accountable for schedule, cost, and scope while leading cross-functional teams.

What you will do

Own the full program lifecycle for assigned AES hardware programs.
Develop and maintain program plans, integrated master schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
Define program execution strategy including phase gate criteria and production transition roadmaps.
Lead cross-functional program teams spanning engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and operations.
Identify, assess, and actively mitigate program risks.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers.
Partner with Supply Chain and Manufacturing to drive production scaling plans.
Drive continuous improvement in program execution rigor.
Mentor and develop Program Coordinators and junior TPMs.

Required qualifications

10+ years of experience in technical program management or systems engineering in a hardware development or defense manufacturing environment
Demonstrated track record of delivering complex hardware programs on schedule and within budget
Strong technical fluency
Deep knowledge of program management disciplines: integrated master scheduling, risk management, earned value or equivalent cost tracking, and requirements management
Proven ability to lead and align large, cross-functional teams without direct authority
Experience managing external customer relationships
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong financial acumen
Experience in aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated hardware development environment
Experience supporting NPI programs through DV, PV, or LRIP gates
Background in financial operations or program controls
PMP, CAPM, or equivalent certification

Nice to have

Experience scaling hardware programs from prototype to LRIP or full-rate production
Familiarity with ITAR-controlled programs and associated documentation and compliance requirements
Background in manufacturing operations, production engineering, or supply chain management
Experience with NPI gate frameworks (DV, PV, LRIP) and production readiness reviews
PMP, DAU, or equivalent certification
Master’s degree in engineering, Systems engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline

Benefits

Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full time offers
Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees

Before you apply

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance
Consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Their family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.