Compensation Program Manager Jobs in Seattle, WA

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.
ABOUT THE TEAM
We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead efforts across our Warfighter Systems business line,which brings cutting-edge technology directly to those on the front lines. Wearable tech, immersive mission command tools, and seamlessly integrated software and hardware create an ecosystem that enhances situational awareness, survivability, and combat effectiveness. From training to battlefield operations, Anduril's Warfighter Systems organization designs tools that move at the speed of war, ensuring that soldiers are better connected, more lethal, and more resilient.
This role offers an exciting opportunity with the initial focus on 2 critical areas that has high business impact and leadership visibility - (1) financial management of multiple programs within the business line with the goal of ensuring we meet our committed financial targets and (2) schedule management of a complex product development program across multiple disciplines - product, engineering, manufacturing, test, logistics and delivery. Following these initial focus areas, this role allows for the opportunity to expand scope by taking on program management of a critical program with significant impact on our company's growth and strategic positioning in the defense sector.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to navigate complexities, and have a passion for delivering cutting-edge technology solutions to our military customers.
WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Responsible for successful program execution, exceeding both internal and external stakeholder expectations and meeting all business financial commitments
• Demonstrate collaborative leadership skills by building trust with your teams, customers, and peers while holding yourself and the cross functional team accountable to execute on business outcomes
• Communicate effectively and with confidence when engaging with customers and Anduril leadership
• Drive program execution to achieve key business and financial objectives
• Create and implement a comprehensive communications plan for internal and external stakeholder management
• Navigate customer change requests while maintaining program velocity
• Ensure decisions support current efforts and position the company for continued on-contract growth
• Oversee the development of media and artifacts to illustrate program velocity
• Manage sub contractors, as required, to performance, schedule and budget

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of experience in program management, preferably in defense or government contracting
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, complex programs across the product development lifecycle
• Strong understanding of contracting processes and large scale program management
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to navigate complex contractual landscapes and ensure compliance
• Strong schedule management skills, including using Microsoft Project and other schedule tools
• Understanding of Financial Acumen and experience working with cost control / finance stakeholders for financial management
• Demonstrated ability to actively develop and execute an effective program risk management plan
• Experience in developing and executing communication strategies for high-visibility programs
• Willingness to travel as needed (up to 15%)
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with both hardware and software development lifecycles
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Strong financial management skills, including budget development and tracking - for Headcount, Non-Headcount, CapEx to establish a baseline, track actuals, and update forecast
• Experience in managing Program Schedules using MS Project against a DCMA 14 point checklist
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred

US Salary Range
$146,000-$194,000 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:
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