Associate Program Director, Connected Warfare

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

The Connected Warfare division builds systems to support global command and control missions. We create joint, time-sensitive, multi-domain, ubiquitous, connected mesh ecosystems.

This strategic role owns senior leader engagement within key USMC programs. You will drive rapid fielding of emerging C4I technologies by influencing key stakeholders to ensure organizational readiness.

Responsibilities

• Drive product strategy for USMC Command and Control and Information programs to establish priorities based on operational impact, technical feasibility, and customer requirements.
• Provide insights to the Business Development team and engage with USMC stakeholders, including PAEs, program offices, and operational units.
• Coordinate across teams and business lines to ensure unified product development and shared capability delivery across the Department of Defense.
• Translate operational concepts and doctrine into actionable technical requirements.
• Develop training materials, operational playbooks, and user documentation tailored to USMC end-users.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience in defense program management.
• 12-15+ years of experience managing complex technical programs, preferably in defense or national security contexts.
• Strong understanding of Marine Corps Command and Control systems, Integrated Fires, or related warfighting functions.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver results in ambiguous environments.
• Strong aptitude for problem-solving in unstructured situations.
• Experience with business development, customer engagement, or requirements development with Department of Defense stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate between technical and operational communities.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to include working in field environments with operational military units.
• Active Secret clearance and eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI.

Preferred Qualifications

• U.S. Marine Corps experience or deep familiarity with Navy operations, doctrine, and organizational structure.
• Graduate of Command and Staff or War College.
• Experience with Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) initiatives or related Joint Force integration efforts.
• Technical background in software development, systems engineering, or defense acquisition.
• Experience managing programs involving software integration or coordination across multiple military services.

Benefits Anduril offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including top-tier benefits for full-time employees.