Senior Technical Program Manager, T&E, Air Dominance & Strike

ABOUT THE TEAM
The Air Dominance and Strike (AD&S) Division is one of Anduril’s 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 (TPM) to lead Test & Evaluation (T&E) program management across various development phases to own integration & system check outs, ground testing, taxi testing, and flight operations. As a TPM, you will lead through influence, partnering with the T&E IPT and other partner teams to manage and drive execution of all T&E deliverables to the program on schedule and on cost.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are hiring a Technical Program Manager to manage our work streams as we design, procure, manufacture, and test cutting-edge autonomous aircraft. This TPM will support the T&E IPT working to track and coordinate schedule and hand-offs of test & evaluation activity (integration, system check-outs, ground testing, taxi testing, and path leading to flight across all program tail numbers) and communicate status to leadership. Identify and implement process improvement efforts to delivery the right information to the right people at the right time. In this pivotal role, you will analyze and provide data-driven recommendations that balance the needs of technical teams with overall program objectives. You will foster collaboration and ensure alignment among team members on a common path forward, addressing any points of contention and building consensus. The ideal candidate will possess sound judgment, strong leadership skills, humility, and the ability to influence strategically.


WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own Program Execution:  Proactively drive successful outcomes rather than just reporting on them
• Timeline and Schedule Management: Analyze requirements, resources, and dependencies, to create and rally the team around a reliable timeline and schedule
• Progress Tracking and Reporting: Monitor progress towards organizational goals and milestones, facilitating team collaboration and ensuring clear communication of program status to stakeholders
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and address program risks related to schedule, cost, and resources
• Dependency Mapping: Identify critical dependencies impacting program deliverables and ensure roadblocks cleared
• Resource Management: Pinpoint resource gaps and coordinate cross-functional planning for resource allocation, including headcount, budget, and workspace needs, while optimizing resource utilization to meet program and departmental objectives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field from an accredited institution
• 4+ years of experience working on a complex technical project as a program manager or engineer
• Evidence managing programs, building sustainable processes, and coordinating engineering activities
• Evidence leading through influence and collaborating with technical owners to establish a plan
• Demonstrated proficiency communicating effectively, to adjust approach across stakeholders and teams and to navigate both technical and business discussions
• Evidence in understanding technical tradeoffs and how to reduce risk through key development efforts.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills, capable of managing multiple initiatives concurrently.
• Proven experience in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, influencing engineering teams, and interacting with leadership stakeholders.
• Familiar with maintenance processes, configuration management, downstream impacts of engineering releases, familiar with quality processes: non-conformances, root cause and correction actions.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in a relevant technical or management field
• Direct experience in leading vehicle / system level testing and integration of vehicle programs on schedule and on budget
• Direct experience in leading product development within the aerospace sectors
• Deep familiarity with subsystems and knowledge of vehicle systems that you have previously worked on