Anduril Industries

Program Manager, Training & Development (Multi-Site Operations)

Anduril Industries$87K — $116K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Technical Training, or Operations Training, focusing on multi-site deployment.
  • Proven ability to design and deliver engaging training programs, including 'Train the Trainer' initiatives.
  • Expertise with Learning Management Systems (LMS) for course management and reporting.
  • Strong analytical skills for needs assessments and actionable training plans.
  • Direct experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial operations is essential.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills across diverse sites.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills for concurrent training initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct training needs analysis by collaborating with site leadership to identify skill gaps and training priorities.
  • Deploy centralized training programs and adapt materials to fit site-specific needs.
  • Facilitate core training programs for various technical roles and implement 'Train the Trainer' initiatives.
  • Establish local training capabilities and optimize processes in sites without existing training infrastructure.
  • Oversee program logistics, including scheduling and resource coordination for training delivery.
  • Track program outcomes to drive continuous improvement in training effectiveness and compliance.
  • Foster collaboration across sites to champion training initiatives and secure buy-in from stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical benefits available at little to no cost to employees.
  • Top-tier benefits that support health and recovery.
  • Investment in employee development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE TEAM

The Manufacturing Production team is responsible for a wide range of activities that are crucial to the manufacturing process across all our locations. Effective training and development are critical to our success, particularly in empowering sites that may not have dedicated, on-site L&D personnel. The Training & Development (Multi-Site Operations) role is a dynamic, central force responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-impact learning solutions across our entire production and manufacturing network. This role ensures that our core training practices and resources are accessible, adaptable, and consistently applied, equipping every employee with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to excel, ensure compliance, and drive operational excellence.
ABOUT THE JOB

We're building the future of defense manufacturing - and that means consistently uplifting the capabilities of our workforce across all sites. The Program Manager, Training & Development (Multi-Site Operations) will serve as a key operational partner responsible for operationalizing and aligning manufacturing onboarding, OJT, qualification programs, and technician development practices across multiple manufacturing sites including Atlanta, RMS, North Carolina, and future expansion locations. Based out of Arsenal-1 in Ohio, this is a highly cross-functional and hands-on role requiring strong manufacturing acumen, operational judgment, program management capability, and the ability to influence across decentralized operations. The ideal candidate understands how to balance centralized standards with local site needs and can build strong partnerships while driving alignment and accountability. This role will directly manage technician trainers and/or site-based training resources as the organization scales. This position requires a strong blend of instructional design, operational understanding, program management, and significant travel.

This position is based out of Arsenal-1 in Ohio and requires approximately 50% travel to manufacturing sites.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Conduct Multi-Site Training Needs Analysis: Partner with site leadership, operations managers, and HR across various manufacturing locations to identify critical skill gaps, regulatory requirements, and local training priorities, especially where no dedicated L&D team exists.
  • Deploy & Adapt Core Training Programs: Act as the primary driver for rolling out centralized training content and curricula (e.g., technical skills, quality processes, safety protocols, operational fundamentals) to sites. Adapt core materials to meet site-specific operational nuances, equipment, and cultural contexts while maintaining overall program integrity.
  • Facilitate Core Programs & Build Local Capability: Directly deliver and facilitate critical core training programs for diverse audiences (from technicians to team leads) at various sites. Develop and lead robust "Train the Trainer" programs to empower local subject matter experts (SMEs) and site leaders to effectively deliver, coach, and sustain training initiatives.
  • Stand Up Site Training Capabilities: Partner with site leadership and operational teams to establish and optimize local training processes, documentation, and infrastructure where none currently exist, ensuring sites can independently maintain and deliver foundational training.
  • Manage Program Logistics & LMS Utilization: Oversee all aspects of program administration for multi-site deployment, including scheduling, resource coordination, communication, and ensuring seamless delivery. Leverage Learning Management Systems (LMS) to manage assignments, track progress, provide access to digital learning resources, and report on training completion and compliance across all sites.
  • Track Outcomes & Drive Continuous Improvement: Implement metrics to evaluate training effectiveness, impact on performance, and compliance at individual sites and across the network. Use data and feedback to continuously refine content, delivery methods, and overall training strategy.
  • Collaborate & Influence Across Sites: Build strong, collaborative relationships with site leaders, operations managers, HR partners, and local SMEs to champion training initiatives, secure buy-in, and foster a culture of continuous learning.
  • Ensure Centralized Best Practices: Serve as an ambassador for our centralized training philosophy, methodologies, and quality standards, ensuring consistency and excellence in learning experiences across all decentralized operations.
  • Travel Extensively: This role requires a minimum of 50% travel to support various manufacturing sites, often for extended periods, to implement, facilitate, and oversee training initiatives.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, Technical Training, or Operations Training, with a strong emphasis on multi-site program deployment and enablement.
  • Proven ability to design, adapt, and deliver engaging training programs, with significant experience in facilitating core programs and leading "Train the Trainer" initiatives.
  • Demonstrated expertise with Learning Management Systems (LMS) for course deployment, administration, reporting, and supporting decentralized learning.
  • Strong analytical skills to conduct comprehensive needs assessments and translate findings into actionable, site-specific training plans.
  • Direct experience within a manufacturing, production, or heavy industrial operations environment is essential. This includes a foundational understanding of operational workflows, safety standards, and production processes.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to build rapport and influence effectively across diverse sites and leadership levels.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills to manage multiple concurrent training initiatives across various locations.
  • Ability to travel extensively (minimum 50%) to manufacturing sites.
  • Must be based on the East Coast.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Organizational Development, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Experience in a role focused on standing up new training functions or departments within existing organizations.
  • Certifications in instructional design, facilitation, or project management.
  • Experience working with a global or nationally distributed manufacturing footprint.


US Salary Range

$87,000-$116,000 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.

About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that develops advanced systems for the military. The company was founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, Trae Stephens, and Matt Grimm, and has since grown to become a major player in the defense industry. Anduril's products include autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and other advanced technologies that are designed to enhance military capabilities. The company has received significant funding from investors and has partnerships with several major defense contractors. Anduril is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
Learn more about Anduril Industries
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2017

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