Senior Technical Program Manager, Integration & Test - Active Clearance
Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT THE TEAM Within Anduril, the Air Dominance and Strike
Division is one of the fastest growing, most technically complex
divisions. We develop and build collaborative combat aircraft ,
missiles, and the software that powers these autonomous weapons. We
are looking for a Technical Program Manager to lead integration &
test efforts for the Barracuda Family of Systems. Working along
side the Chief Engineer, you will develop and execute test plans,
coordinate and gather approvals required for government ranges, and
oversee integration onto operational aircraft. WHAT YOU’LL DO Be
high ownership on all pieces of work and proactively drive
successful outcomes while collaborating with cross functional teams
to meet program objectives Serve as a key customer interface
ensuring we have tight feedback loops that enable us to shape
solutions, close actions, and ultimately accelerate schedule
Working with the Chief Engineer and Test & Evaluation, support
planning and execution of test events to ensure timely test events
aligned to program schedules and budgets Work with Anduril’s
internal airworthiness and system safety teams to gain approval
from the appropriate Government organizations (Seek Eagle,
Nonnuclear Munitions Safety Board, etc.) to test at Government
ranges Partner with Anduril’s deployment & logistics operations
teams to develop and implement the operations & sustainment
strategy for a new class of weapons systems Develop the operational
aircraft integration roadmap aligned to customer priorities,
availability of system integration labs, and security approvals
Manage and support the development of contractual deliverables
(test reports, future plans, quick looks, etc.) related to test &
evaluation, platform integration, and logistics REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related
technical field Minimum of 4 year of experience on complex
technical projects as a program manager or engineer Demonstrated
proficiency in leading complex projects from conception to
completion Exceptional organizational and analytical skills,
capable of managing multiple initiatives concurrently Outstanding
communication abilities, adept at conveying intricate plans and
outcomes to stakeholders at all levels. Must currently maintain US
DoD Secret clearance or higher US Salary Range $166,000 - $220,000
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:
Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and
vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover
full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your
dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your
private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional
Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability
insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive
PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness
Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new
baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning &
Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF,
preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with
resources to support you and your partner from planning to
parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health
resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional
work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also
available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for
professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter
benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available
depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles:
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth)
options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS
Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can
share more information about the specific compensation and benefit
details associated with this role during the hiring process.
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