Staff Technical Program Manager — Advanced Defense Autonomy

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Highly competitive PTO

Annual reimbursement for professional development

Company-funded commuter benefits

Job summary

A defense technology company located in California is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead the development of military technologies. In this role, you will oversee projects from early R&D to deployment while managing customer relationships and ensuring timely delivery. Candidates should possess a technical background, strong leadership skills, and a minimum of five years of experience managing complex projects, with eligibility for a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience managing complex technical systems.
• Proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar projects successfully.
• Eligible for a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own the development and deployment of technologies for the Department of Defense.
• Develop strong relationships with DOD customers for rapid iteration.
• Monitor and manage program progress across cost, schedule, and resources.

Skills

Systems and engineering mindset

Execution focused

Collaborative partnership

Strategic thinking

Exceptional communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

A defense technology company located in California is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead the development of military technologies. In this role, you will oversee projects from early R&D to deployment while managing customer relationships and ensuring timely delivery. Candidates should possess a technical background, strong leadership skills, and a minimum of five years of experience managing complex projects, with eligibility for a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.