Lead Production Program Manager - Defense Hardware

Anduril; Mississippi; On-site; USD 113,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous time off

Mental Health Resources

Professional Development reimbursement

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Anduril is seeking a Production Program Manager in Mississippi to oversee the manufacturing and production lifecycle. This role involves driving continuous improvement, managing project budgets, and ensuring successful execution in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The salary range is $113,000 – $149,000 USD, complemented by top-tier benefits including health insurance, professional development support, and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in operations program management, production, manufacturing, preferably in defense, aerospace, or complex hardware industries.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and production workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with our COGs objectives to enhance production efficiency.
• Monitor project budgets, track progress and identify and solve issues.
• Provide regular updates to internal teams and leadership.

Skills

Process Optimization

Budget & Cost Control

Stakeholder Communication

Resource Management

Risk Management

Cross Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Gantt Charts

Job description

Anduril is seeking a Production Program Manager in Mississippi to oversee the manufacturing and production lifecycle. This role involves driving continuous improvement, managing project budgets, and ensuring successful execution in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The salary range is $113,000 – $149,000 USD, complemented by top-tier benefits including health insurance, professional development support, and a retirement savings plan.