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, 3D 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.

Hybrid - Costa Mesa

Role Overview

The Senior Compensation Analyst at Anduril Industries will be a key contributor in driving the design, implementation, and optimization of our compensation programs. This role demands a seasoned professional with advanced analytical capabilities and a deep understanding of compensation practices. You will serve as a subject matter expert in compensation, providing guidance to cross-functional teams to ensure our programs remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with Anduril’s strategic goals.

The ideal candidate is an Excel & PowerPoint wizard with strong problem-solving skills, experience working with large datasets, and a passion for delivering insights that inform critical business decisions.

Responsibilities

Support the analysis, design, and administration of compensation programs, including base pay, short-term incentives, and equity awards, ensuring alignment with Anduril’s overall compensation strategy.
Conduct complex market benchmarking, job evaluations, and compensation surveys to maintain competitiveness and internal equity.
Develop sophisticated compensation models, tools, and dashboards using advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization).
Drive the annual compensation planning process, including merit cycles, bonus programs, and equity reviews, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals.
Partner closely with HR, Finance, and business leaders to analyze compensation-related data and provide actionable insights for decision-making.
Collaborate on job leveling initiatives, including job architecture reviews, career frameworks, and job description alignment.
Perform in-depth analyses to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities, delivering insights to senior leadership through compelling presentations and reports.
Ensure compliance with compensation-related regulations, staying up-to-date with market trends and industry best practices.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of experience in compensation, with a proven track record in program design and administration.
Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Experience with compensation benchmarking tools, job evaluation methodologies, and survey participation.
Familiarity with HRIS systems (Rippling preferred) and compensation planning tools (Pave preferred).
Excellent attention to detail, project management skills, and ability to work under tight deadlines.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to partner with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the aerospace, defense, or technology industries.
Strong knowledge of equity compensation practices and program design.
CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) certification.

US Salary Range

$114,000—$171,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril’s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Platinum Healthcare Benefits:For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you!

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