Test Sites Program Manager

About the role

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The company brings expertise, technology, and business models from the 21st-century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, focusing on autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology.

What You'll Do

• Act as a strategic partner to the Director, contributing to the definition, prioritization, and execution of the strategic roadmap and annual objectives for test sites and critical operational infrastructure.
• Support leadership in balancing resource allocation, execution risk, and growth plans, focusing on specific program and site objectives, and continuously monitoring financial performance to guide towards profitability targets.
• Drive the execution of the full lifecycle of test site and classified infrastructure development, from initial requirements gathering and design to commissioning, ongoing maintenance, and eventual decommissioning.
• Manage short-term and long-term space allocation across various teams, implementing creative solutions to meet rapidly evolving needs.
• Generate and refine accurate cost estimates for various project stages, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of creative contracting strategies and commercial terms for infrastructure projects.
• Oversee key relationships with consultants, contractors, and suppliers for all infrastructure initiatives and construction projects.
• Cultivate and manage strong working relationships with key internal stakeholders (e.g., Engineering, IT, Security, Facilities, EHS, Legal, Growth, Deployments, Production) and external partners (contractors, vendors, regulatory authorities).
• Serve as a primary point of contact for test site and infrastructure initiatives, facilitating clear communication and driving alignment across all teams.
• Proactively identify operational bottlenecks and risks within test site operations and our broader infrastructure, developing and implementing data-driven solutions to enhance efficiency, security, and compliance.

What You'll Bring

• 8+ years of progressive experience in operational leadership roles, with a significant portion focused on physical infrastructure development, real estate portfolio management, specialized operational facilities, test site operations, or manufacturing environments within high-growth technology, defense, or similar highly regulated industries.
• In-depth knowledge of construction means and methods, infrastructure design principles, and the ability to read technical documentation like facility drawings.
• Proven experience in designing and/or setting up new production lines or factories, from process mapping through to collaborating with infrastructure design partners and workstation design.
• Expertise in logistics, facilities management, and security compliance within complex operational environments.
• Proven ability to contribute to strategic thinking, translate complex problems into structured frameworks, and drive the execution of data-driven solutions.
• Exceptional project and program management skills for large-scale infrastructure, construction, or strategic initiatives, with a demonstrated track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Solid understanding of financial planning, budgeting, detailed cost estimation, and financial reporting, with the ability to analyze and present complex financial information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, collaboration, and influencing skills, with the ability to build consensus and drive outcomes across diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• High ownership and low ego, with a results-oriented approach. Highly detail-oriented, data-driven, discerning, and an incredibly fast learner who is tactical and doesn't solely operate at a 30,000-foot level.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret clearance.

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.

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