Engineering Program Manager, Core Technology

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Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, California, United States

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Posted 24 April 2026

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full-time

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<div class="content-intro">Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.</div>WHAT YOU'LL DO <ul> <li>Represent and help build your program’s culture. As the liaison to the engineering development organization you are well positioned to consistently interact with all teams at Anduril and often will be tasked to represent the program in a cross-functional capacity. You should be knowledgeable of not only the current state of the program, but also the various technical and operational factors which define the product architecture and overall vision.</li> <li>Establishing key milestones and targets from across the organization to help define the product roadmap. This will require an in-depth understanding of what teams are affected by the various stages of your program’s engineering development. You are to ensure that teams are being engaged at the right time and at the right maturity stage to be successful. The roadmap you help develop would be the guide for your program that the organizations would reference and plan around.</li> <li>Evaluate and prioritize the various tasks required to successfully support the program development efforts. Be prepared to help drive to the best decision for the program and company. This generally should be a data driven approach, and should include inputs from all the various stakeholders to ensure the decision is well informed and can be successfully executed.</li> <li>Execute a variety of tasks to ensure the program stays on track. These tasks can take many forms as the engineering program manager should be prepared to fill any gap to de-risk the roadmap.</li> <li>Communicate engineering strategy and vision to the technical stakeholders to help manage expectations. Ensure all risks are noted and addressed with adequate time and resources to help keep things on track.</li> <li>Expected to work closely with teams including, but not limited to: design engineering, finance, logistics, EHS, manufacturing, supply chain, engineering testing, legal, technical operations, business strategy/programs, and production </li> </ul> REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS <ul> <li>4+ years’ experience in mechanical systems hardware with emphasis on drive systems, turbojet engines or electromechanical assemblies as part of integrated product development</li> <li>10+ years as a Technical Program Manager driving hardware or integrated product development projects</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Aptitude for working with internal and external stakeholders, across a wide range of technical areas.</li> <li>Comfort working with data and complex analyses</li> <li>Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance </li> </ul> PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS <ul> <li>Experience with or interest in working with visual design tools to communicate ideas</li> <li>Demonstrated experience managing or significantly contributing to the product development lifecycle of complex electromechanical systems, including motors, actuators, and drive systems, gears, bearings, gearboxes, pcba’s, sensors & engines.</li> <li>Technical familiarity with the unique design considerations, manufacturing processes, and integration challenges associated with high-performance drive systems and motion control components.</li> <li>Understanding of power electronics, sensing, and control systems relevant to modern actuation and drive solutions is a plus</li> <li>A keen eye for technological advancements in the areas listed above.</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">US Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range">$191,000—$253,000 USD</div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion">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  <ul> <li>US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. </li> <li>UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. </li> <li>IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. </li> </ul> Additional Benefits  <ul> <li>Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. </li> <li>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. </li> <li>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. </li> <li>Mental Health Resources

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