Portfolio Program Director, Autonomous Systems

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 292,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks a Program Director to lead a high‑stakes portfolio of autonomous defense programs, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to shape and deliver advanced systems.

You will own cost, schedule, and risk across programs, drive technical execution from design through deployment, and report to senior leadership while fostering cross‑functional collaboration. This role requires willingness to travel and to relocate near Costa Mesa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in program/director or equivalent roles in autonomous systems, robotics, or software.
• Ability to lead mission-focused teams and manage complex programs.
• Experience with resource, scheduling, and risk management.
• Strong communication with executives and partners.
• Willingness to travel and relocate near Costa Mesa, CA.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, technical programs from design through deployment.
• Ensure crisp communications to senior leadership and teams.
• Partner with engineering leaders to drive execution and velocity.
• Manage customer and partner relationships, dependencies across teams.
• Understand architecture and propose technical alternatives when needed.
• Work with Chief Engineer to ensure portfolio success.

Skills

Program Director

Technical Program Manager

Autonomous systems

Robotics

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Engineering knowledge

Security clearance TS/SCI

Travel willingness

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks a Program Director to lead a high‑stakes portfolio of autonomous defense programs, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to shape and deliver advanced systems.

You will own cost, schedule, and risk across programs, drive technical execution from design through deployment, and report to senior leadership while fostering cross‑functional collaboration. This role requires willingness to travel and to relocate near Costa Mesa.