Anduril Industries

Senior Technical Program Manager, Connected Warfighter Systems

Anduril Industries$165K — $205K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • 8+ years of experience in system-level testing and evaluation of integrated hardware/software systems.
  • Proven leadership experience managing complex, multi-site test campaigns with teams of 5+ engineers/technicians.
  • Hands-on expertise in developmental and operational test events in lab and field settings.
  • In-depth knowledge of requirements development, test planning, and verification/validation processes.
  • Experience working with RF communications, tactical datalinks, and C2 systems in DoD environments.

Responsibilities

  • Manage test planning, execution, and reporting for critical defense products.
  • Define verification protocols using requirements-based and operationally relevant methodologies.
  • Collaborate with various teams and oversee Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs).
  • Supervise data analysis of system performance and ensure test coverage metrics.
  • Represent the program at customer reviews and milestone decision points.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package at little to no cost.
  • Support in health, recovery, and future planning through employee benefits.
Full Job Description
Overview

As a key leader on our team, you'll manage cross-functional test initiatives-spanning both software and hardware-in dynamic lab and field environments. Your role is critical to ensuring our systems perform flawlessly in the modern battlespace. You'll work closely with engineering, program management, test and evaluation, and military partners, and to validate the performance of systems that are redefining defense capabilities.
What You'll Do
  • Manage test planning, execution, and reporting for Eagle Eye, Next Generation Command Control, and other Connected Warfare products. Provide technical leadership to a team of test engineers through system integration, developmental, operational, and customer acceptance tests.
  • Define robust verification protocols using requirements-based, scenario-based, and operationally relevant methodologies, incorporating customer standards and metrics.
  • Collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, SEIT, test ranges, and external agencies. Oversee Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), manage test incidents, and track deficiencies.
  • Supervise data analysis of system performance and mission outcomes in both lab and field settings. Establish and monitor measurable test coverage metrics ensuring traceability from requirements to validation.
  • Represent the program at customer reviews, readiness boards, and milestone decision points, ensuring disciplined execution in both controlled and austere environments.
Required Qualifications
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (Advanced degree preferred).
  • 8+ years of experience in system-level test and evaluation of integrated hardware/software systems.
  • Proven leadership in test teams (≥ 5 engineers/technicians) and management of complex multi-site test campaigns.
  • Hands-on experience executing both developmental and operational test events in lab and field settings.
  • Strong expertise in requirements development, test planning, verification/validation, and test reporting with traceability management.
  • Experience with RF communications, tactical datalinks, and networked C2 systems in a DoD operational environment.
  • Familiarity with industry and DoD test processes including MIL-STD protocols.
  • Proficient in test metrics definition and reporting.
  • Understands customer/military use cases from first hand experience and can guide engineer team members to design and test around those related uses cases.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% for test execution.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in a related field.
  • Experience on DoD ACAT I/II programs or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of EMI/EMC, environmental testing (MIL-STD-810), and power/avionics standards (MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-1553/1760, etc.).
  • Familiarity with test automation frameworks, data analysis tools, and test instrumentation.
  • Experience in CI/CD pipelines, software integration, and hardware-in-the-loop test environments.
  • Prior experience in remote, austere, or tactical operational settings.
  • Eligible for Top Secret/SCI clearance.


US Salary Range

$165,000-$205,000 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.
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200 employees
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Founded
2017

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