Senior Test Site Manager

Anduril

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Costa Mesa, California, United States First seen 1 day, 17 hours ago Last seen 5 hours, 4 minutes ago Greenhouse

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• Oversee daily operations of a defense technology test site including logistics, inventory, staffing, vendor management, and client demonstrations while leading and mentoring team members. • Manage multiple concurrent construction and facility projects from planning through execution, including cost estimation, budget tracking, and cross-functional coordination with engineering, finance, and facilities teams. • Requires 6+ years of professional experience with at least 3+ years in construction, operations, or program/product management, plus 50-75% travel to Texas. • Translate complex, ambiguous problems into actionable strategies while demonstrating strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to communicate effectively with executives and technical teams. • Work for Anduril Industries, a defense tech company focused on AI and autonomy solutions for military applications, in a fast-paced environment requiring independent problem-solving and collaborative leadership.

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.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Oversee day-to-day operations including logistics, inventory management, staffing, and vendor relationships.
Coordinate high-profile client visits, demonstrations, and ad-hoc initiatives.
Maintain accurate inventory records and track equipment maintenance.
Lead, mentor, and develop your team to foster a collaborative and high-performing culture.
Build strong cross-functional relationships and engage with diverse stakeholders at all levels.
Translate ambiguous problems into structured frameworks and actionable strategies.
Engage and coordinate with multiple departments (IT, Finance, Engineering, Facilities, Growth, Deployments, etc.) to drive projects to completion.
Gather and define requirements and translate them into project specifications for new builds and retrofits of currently facilities.
Develop accurate cost estimates at all project stages and manage budget - from greenfield projects to day to day capital improvements.
Collaborate with Finance/FP&A for cash flow forecasting and prepare financial reports to senior leadership.
Demonstrate expertise in engaging with stakeholders and executives, balancing independent problem solving with effective collaboration.
Facilitate clear communication across teams—whether through leading large meetings or managing digital communication channels.

Required Qualifications

6+ years of relevant work experience with a minimum of 3+ years in construction, operations, or product/program management roles.
50-75% Travel to Texas
Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects (3-5+ large projects) concurrently at a rapid pace.
Excellent communication skills, able to articulate complex ideas clearly across technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong emotional intelligence with a people-centric approach to solving operational challenges.
A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the capacity to work independently in an unstructured environment.
Ability to develop clear frameworks to structure and solve ambiguous, cross-functional problems.
Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder and executive engagement, with significant leadership visibility.
Experience managing and developing team members, with an emphasis on continuous feedback and growth.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

US Salary Range

$146,000—$194,000 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.

Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams

Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:

No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
Please always verify communications:
- Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
- Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.

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Job Information

Company:
Anduril
Location:
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Job Type:
Full-Time
Experience Level:
Senior
Source:
Greenhouse
Status:
Active

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