Senior Operations Manager
Anduril is a defense technology company, bringing Silicon Valley talent and funding to the defense sector. Our technology helps our customers solve their toughest challenges by enabling them to make better, more informed decisions in life-and-death situations. We’ve assembled a diverse team of experts in artificial intelligence, computer vision, sensor fusion, optics, and data analysis to create software and hardware solutions that radically evolve the capabilities of the United States and our allies. If you are passionate about solving problems that have real impact, come join Anduril and build the future of defense.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Ownership: Learn, develop, plan, execute, repeat. As a key member of the program team, you will be asked to own and manage all operational (logistics + supply chain) aspects of the program.
- Embed: Work side-by-side with our clients, understand their challenges and shape Anduril’s operational processes to their specific mission needs. You will be the main logistics/supply chain contact for our customer.
- Influence: Collaborate cross-functionally within Anduril to manage and solve all operational requirements of the program/contract. Understand how to bring internal teams together to solve problems and remove roadblocks.
- Organize: Create detailed program plans, schedules, and budgets as necessary to keep the program team on track and to keep key stakeholders updated.
- Problem Solve: Remove obstacles for internal and external partners and don’t let the program get derailed. Know how to think critically and engage the right teams to help.
- Communicate: Keep internal and external teams informed at all times. Use the necessary channels (Slack, email, meetings) to ensure stakeholders understand what needs to be accomplished and when.
- Team Player: No task is too small. Be willing to roll up your sleeves and get the job done. Embrace the startup life.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of logistics, supply chain, or program management experience.
- Masters or higher degree preferred.
- Experience with Program Management, Logistics, or Supply Chain in government contracting or the military.
- Experience managing complex technical projects in government a plus.
- Strong problem solving skills and practical creativity. You will both identify strategic and scrappy solutions to problems and ruthlessly follow through.
- Ability to own a variety of tasks in an autonomous environment.
- Quick learner, willing to dive into new topics, both technical and non-technical.
- Strong customer service mentality and willingness to work with stakeholders across an organization.
- Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance.
- Ability to travel up to 25%
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you are someone passionate to work on problems that matter, we’d love to hear from you!
In accordance with requirements on Anduril as a federal contractor under Executive Order 14042, new employees will be required to provide proof of vaccination or exempt status prior to starting employment.