Senior Technical Program Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE JOB As a Project Manager for the Manufacturing Test Engineering team, you will be the connective tissue within the production organization to support the development of automated test equipment and systems for production. The manufacturing test team is responsible for the design, integration, and deployment of automated testing solutions across Anduril factories. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to help define what manufacturing test looks like for Anduril at a national scale. This position demands an innovative approach to manufacturing test - helping us advance scalability and lower the barrier to entry into our company systems. WHAT YOU'LL DO Project Planning and Execution Define project scope, create schedules, and manage all phases from conception to completion Oversee the deployment and validation of manufacturing test equipment in production environments across multiple product lines Develop and manage project budgets, track costs, and ensure adequate staffing and tools are available Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, production, design engineering, and software engineering - gathering requirements, providing updates, managing expectations, and addressing concerns. Technical Oversight Work with R&D and manufacturing teams to deliver test solutions for new product and process designs Oversee the design, development, and implementation of test systems, ensuring they meet quality and efficiency standards. Vendor and procurement management - Approve vendor purchases, manage the procurement of hardware and software, and monitor costs Ensure all projects adhere to quality, safety, and regulatory standards and requirements Capacity Planning and Management Work with space planning and capacity management teams to understand product and facility plans of record and marry to test plans of record Develop tactical plans for any product facility moves impacting test equipment REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. You have 8 years of experience as project/program manager for a manufacturing process, test engineer, manufacturing engineer, or production/process engineer for automated processes 25% travel Experience with high volume manufacturing test systems. Demonstrated ability to deploy manufacturing test systems deployed at scale across multiple locations You can work hands-on in a manufacturing environment and draw key learnings that are then used to optimize the production systems You don’t wait on others to solve problems. You proactively step into the gap to offer solutions yourself. You are comfortable with and good at communicating broadly and having a lot of eyes on your work. This role can at-times require comms to large groups and senior leadership. Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Broad knowledge of manufacturing test Upstream or Downstream experience relative to Manufacturing – Supply Chain, Finance, Business Development, Field Deployment, Design, etc. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. 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. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. 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