ABOUT THE JOBWe are seeking a Production Program Manager to support a facility transition from Morrisville, NC to Ashville, OH. This person is to serve as the central source of truth for program execution. In this role, you will plan, analyze, and report on program status, master technical concepts, mitigate risks, and align cross-functional teams to drive mission success. You are someone who builds lightweight, effective processes while maintaining a strong bias for action.
WHAT YOU'LL DOPlanning & Execution- Own Program Delivery: Drive end-to-end program execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance targets while exceeding customer expectations.
- Process Optimization: Develop and implement lightweight processes, tools, and metrics for scope, schedule, and risk management.
- Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal partners to ensure alignment on goals and deliverables.
- Reporting & Communication: Prepare and present contractual deliverables, program status reports, and proposals to internal and external leadership.
Team Leadership & Collaboration- Cross-Functional Alignment: Enable collaboration across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, operations, and business development to unblock and accelerate projects.
- Culture Building: Foster a high-trust, outcome-oriented "Team of Teams" culture focused on execution velocity and continuous improvement.
- Resource Planning: Proactively assess team capabilities, identifying training needs or hiring opportunities to strengthen the team.
Strategic Growth- Strategic Planning: Translate business goals into actionable project plans, managing resource and budget allocation.
- Business Alignment: Partner with senior management to align your program with the broader business roadmap.
- Shape Growth: Support the drafting of technical proposals to scope, resource, and secure new business opportunities.
Who We Are- High Ownership, Low Ego: Focused on outcomes, highly collaborative, and adaptable.
- Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Data-driven and capable of managing both high-level strategy and micro-level tactical execution.
- Exceptional Communicator: Able to build consensus and translate complex concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Agile Learner: Discerning, fast to master new technical concepts, and comfortable in fast-paced, fluid environments.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- 6+ years of experience in program management, management consulting, or operations (aerospace, defense, or manufacturing industry preferred).
- Strong proficiency in Excel, MS Project, or similar scheduling and analytical tools.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
- Ability to travel 25% to 75% of the time to Columbus, Ohio and 25% of the time to Morrisville, NC.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Graduate degree in a technical discipline.
- Lean and/or Program Management certification (PMP or equivalent).
- Proven experience managing complex projects under high-pressure timelines with shifting priorities.
- Experience leveraging software and technology to automate and streamline program workflows
US Salary Range
$128,000-$171,000 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:
BenefitsAt 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.
