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Anduril

Builds autonomous weapons for the US and allies

Production Program Manager - New Product Introduction

Program ManagementPosted on Nov 5
Full-timeWaltham, MA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • At least 8 years of experience in operations program management, production, or manufacturing, preferably in defense, aerospace, or complex hardware industries.
  • A proven track record of successfully launching new products into full-rate production with condensed timelines.
  • Experience with project management methodologies such as Agile, Lean, or Six Sigma, and proficiency with project management tools such as Jira or Microsoft Project.
  • Familiarity with enterprise resource planning, manufacturing resource planning, manufacturing execution system, and product lifecycle management systems.
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead production design readiness for new product introduction programs, ensuring product launches meet production scaling, quality, delivery, and cost targets; act as the primary point of contact for changes to existing products and new products in the pipeline.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with cost objectives to enhance production efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness during development and pre-production phases.
  • Develop and execute production readiness plans, establish sourcing and supply chain capability, and ensure production capacity and line development.
  • Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and leadership teams to align pre-production efforts with business objectives and facilitate transition to full-scale production.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and roadblocks that could affect project timelines or operational readiness, and develop mitigation plans.
  • Provide internal teams and leadership with regular updates on project status, risks, and solutions.
  • Monitor project budgets, track progress, and identify and resolve issues to enable transition to full-scale production.
  • Ensure appropriate allocation of materials, labor, and equipment to meet production readiness goals.

About the Company

Anduril

Builds autonomous weapons for the US and allies

Anduril builds autonomous weapons, such as drones, cruise missiles, and robot submarines, for the US military and its allies, often developing them with its own money before any order arrives. In 2024 it beat Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman for an Air Force contract to develop Fury, a pilotless jet that flies alongside crewed fighters. Its Lattice software merges camera and radar feeds into one live map and lets a few operators direct many drones and weapons at once, including other companies' systems. Governments buy its systems under contract, and Anduril builds much of the hardware in its own factories. Oculus founder Palmer Luckey co-founded Anduril in 2017, and it is based in Costa Mesa, California.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Private
Total funding
$11.5B
Headquarters
Costa Mesa, CA
Founded
2017

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