Sr Technical Program Manager, Battlespace

Anduril Industries; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Anduril Industries, based in Waltham, Massachusetts, is looking for a Sr Technical Project Manager to oversee the Battlespace Awareness software development. This individual will lead project execution, ensuring alignment with technical and business requirements while managing multiple sub-teams.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field and significant experience in project management, optimization, and AI technology. Top-tier benefits are offered to full-time employees, including health support.

Qualifications

• Extensive project management experience in software development for advanced algorithms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and delivery of Battlespace Awareness software for critical programs.
• Develop and maintain detailed project and execution plans.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation for the project.

Skills

Project management

Optimization

AI/ML technology

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

GitHub

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3‑D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Team

The Anduril Battlespace Awareness C2 Systems team builds cutting‑edge battle management systems. These systems are deployed to confront and overcome the most critical security challenges faced by America and its allies.

About The Job

The Sr Technical Project Manager, Battlespace is responsible for overseeing the development, execution, and delivery of the Battlespace Awareness software for critical programs – ensuring it meets all technical, functional, and business requirements. This role requires an individual with a strong technical background in software development, particularly in the domain of optimization and estimation, and experience managing complex projects with multiple sub‑teams and many stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Project Leadership and Strategy
  • Develop and maintain a detailed project and execution plan – including feature development, testing and validation, deployment, and monitoring.
  • Establish clear objectives and deliverables for the software that align with program needs.
• Technical Expertise
  • Maintain a deep understanding of underlying algorithms and software interfaces for battle management, threat prediction, tracking, and classification to ensure that the relevant services integrate effectively with the larger C2 system.
  • Stay updated on the latest techniques to work with subject matter experts in incorporating relevant innovations into the project plan.
• Documentation and Process Improvement
  • Ensure comprehensive documentation is maintained for the project, including technical specifications, user manuals, and project reports.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Release Management
  • Oversee the planning and execution of the software release process, ensuring that deployment is carried out smoothly and efficiently.
  • Ensure that all software releases meet the defined quality standards before deployment.
• Stakeholder Communication
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all project‑related communications, internally across teams and externally with stakeholders.
  • Regularly update stakeholders on project status, risks, and milestones through reports and presentations.
• Resource Allocation
  • Assess and allocate necessary resources, including personnel, software, and hardware, to ensure the project is adequately supported.
  • Monitor resource utilization and make adjustments as needed to avoid bottlenecks or resource constraints.
• Risk Management
  • Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies with subject matter experts to minimize impact on the project timeline and deliverables.
  • Regularly review and update the risk management plan to reflect changes in the project landscape.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Work with other divisions and departments to ensure software supports the program priorities and meets all integration requirements.
  • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between the Battlespace Awareness business line and other stakeholders to promote a unified approach to program execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Extensive project management experience, preferably in software development for advanced algorithms.
• Demonstrable understanding of optimization, applied probability, and AI/ML technology.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, and GitHub.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage high‑pressure situations and tight deadlines.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance.

Salary Range

$166,000 – $220,000 USD (inclusive of base salary; equity grants and benefits are part of the total compensation package).

Benefits

Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including health, recovery, and additional support at little to no cost to employees. Benefits are part of a comprehensive, competitive package.