Staff Technical Program Manager, Hardware & Edge Compute - Warfighter Systems

Anduril

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• Lead hardware design and development for multiple large-scale warfighter systems programs, managing timelines, resources, and roadmaps to ensure on-time delivery at production quality. • Serve as primary liaison between engineering, product, business, and government stakeholders to align cross-functional teams and resolve dependencies across defense and military programs. • Combine technical expertise in hardware/edge compute with program management experience and defense sector knowledge to drive innovation in wearable technology and integrated helmet systems. • Work in a fast-paced startup environment balancing competing priorities while collaborating with defense contractors and government entities on mission-critical systems. • Opportunity to impact cutting-edge warfighter technology that enhances soldier capabilities in situational awareness, survivability, and combat effectiveness.

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Connected Warfare Division is integrating advanced computing, AI-driven decision-making, and warfighter-centric technology into a single, cohesive ecosystem to revolutionize modern combat. We create joint, time-sensitive, multi-domain, connected mesh systems that serve as the substrate providing the source of truth for critical decisions. This ecosystem enables connected warfare with disproportional impact by connecting every robot, human, and sensor in every domain, bringing together hundreds of thousands of endpoints across the globe.

One of the three business lines is Warfighter Systems, which brings cutting-edge technology directly to those on the frontlines. Our flagship Eagle Eye headset and integrated helmet system exemplifies this approach, leveraging best-in-class commercial partnerships to enhance soldier capabilities. Wearable tech, immersive mission command tools, and seamlessly integrated software and hardware create an ecosystem that improves situational awareness, survivability, and combat effectiveness. From training to battlefield operations, Anduril's Warfighter Systems designs tools that move at the speed of war, ensuring that soldiers are better connected, more lethal, and more resilient.

ABOUT THE JOB

We’re seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager to drive hardware design and development efforts across several of Connected Warfare’s largest programs. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, program management experience, customer focus, and an understanding of the defense sector and military systems. You will work closely with engineering, product, business, and government stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our customers and partners.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Program Management: Align program roadmaps, manage timelines, and allocate resources to ensure successful delivery and production-quality. Balance competing priorities across multiple products and programs in a fast-paced, startup environment.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison between research, engineering teams, product management, and external stakeholders—including defense contractors and government entities. Align cross-functional teams on their goals, dependencies, and deliverables. Drive effective communication and collaboration across distributed teams and locations.
Technical Expertise: Understand the architecture, dependencies, and technical challenges of defense-related systems. Support engineering teams in resolving technical issues, making trade-offs to meet division objectives. Ensure compliance with industry standards and government regulations, such as ITAR and RMF.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks proactively, including technical, schedule, and compliance-related risks. Monitor dependencies, anticipate bottlenecks, and adjust plans as needed to maintain program momentum.
Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with key suppliers, customers, partners, and government agencies, ensuring program alignment with contractual obligations and stakeholder expectations. Prepare and deliver clear program updates, technical briefs, and performance reports for internal and external audiences.
Process Improvement: Implement and refine processes to enhance program execution and efficiency within a startup environment. Leverage best practices in program management while adapting to the unique challenges of the defense sector. Cultivate knowledge management repositories and CI/CD pipelines to build processes that result in production-quality engineering deliverables.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 12+ years managing complex hardware development programs through all phases of the hardware development cycle.
At least 8+years as Technical Program Manager, Product Manager, Engineering Manager, or Engineer for a commercial technology or aerospace and defense company.
Expertise in designing and integrating custom embedded compute solutions, with a strong emphasis on multi-protocol connectivity (e.g., Bluetooth, USB) for compact, low-power devices.
Strong technical background with familiarity in systems engineering, software development, and networking
Proven client-facing technical program management and/or systems engineering experience
Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical issues into business-impact insights
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Experience overseeing the full development lifecycle of a hardware product or a critical component
Proven experience in component sourcing and vendor management
Willingness to travel as needed (up to 25%)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work within organizations with minimal structure and with minimal direction
Proven track record in designing and implementing best practices that drive operational efficiency and sustainable growth
Familiarity with a defense industry compliance, and reporting requirements
Experience with developing and operating distributed systems, CI/CD pipelines, APIs, middleware, 3rd-party software developer experience initiatives, and/or modular system architectures
Experiencing with managing Test and Evaluation or continuous Quality Assurance of complex programs
Strong technical, analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations and drive decisions
Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline

US Salary Range

$191,000—$253,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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Company:
Anduril
Location:
Bellevue, Washington, United States; Costa Mesa, California, United States
Job Type:
Internship
Experience Level:
Mid
Source:
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