Director, Maritime Mission Insights — Global Defense Lead

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 191,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in the United States seeks a Director, Mission Insights, Maritime to lead allied maritime concepts, translate partner-nation needs into credible operations, and shape product requirements. You will serve as the liaison between naval operators and Anduril’s engineering teams, ensuring real-world constraints are captured in designs and analyses.

This role requires international engagement, travel up to 25%, and strong leadership in high-stakes discussion with defense leaders.

Qualifications

• Former U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer with sea experience.
• WTI designation through SMWDC or equivalent program.
• Deep maritime warfighting expertise and multi-domain integration.
• Ability to translate tactical/technical problems into concise concepts for executives.
• Exceptional public speaking, briefing, and technical writing skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Define allied maritime CONEMPs and concepts of employment for partner-nation forces.
• Serve as conduit between allied operators and engineering/product teams.
• Assess how hardware/software perform in allied scenarios vs. competitors.
• Provide sales enablement tools, war-gaming outcomes, and mission architectures.
• Define interoperability frameworks for US JADC2, NATO, and allied standards.
• Identify capability gaps for international co-development or production lines.
• Present strategy and execution plans to international military leaders and stakeholders.

Skills

SWO experience

WTI designation

maritime warfare expertise

translate complex problems

public speaking

travel up to 25%

US Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical/national security

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

C2 software

operational analysis tools

wargaming tools

Job description

Anduril Industries in the United States seeks a Director, Mission Insights, Maritime to lead allied maritime concepts, translate partner-nation needs into credible operations, and shape product requirements. You will serve as the liaison between naval operators and Anduril’s engineering teams, ensuring real-world constraints are captured in designs and analyses.

This role requires international engagement, travel up to 25%, and strong leadership in high-stakes discussion with defense leaders.