Production Program Manager, Barracuda

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

As Production Program Manager for Barracuda, you will report to the Head of Production in overseeing the manufacturing and production lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Process Optimization – Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with COGs objectives to enhance production efficiency, scalability, and cost effectiveness during development and pre-production phases.
• Budget & Cost Control – Monitor project budgets, track progress, and ensure focus on identifying and solving issues for successful transition to full-scale production.
• Stakeholder Communication – Provide regular updates to internal teams and leadership on project status, risks, and solutions.
• Resource Management – Ensure appropriate allocation of materials, labor, and equipment to meet production readiness goals.
• Risk Management – Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks and roadblocks impacting project timelines or operational readiness.
• Cross Functional Collaboration – Coordinate between engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, program management, growth, quality, and leadership teams to align pre-production efforts with business objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in operations program management, production, manufacturing, preferably in defense, aerospace, or complex hardware industries.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and production workflows.
• Experience launching new products with condensed timelines.
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Lean, TPS, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Proficiency in project management tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Gantt Charts).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities to influence and align cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in defense, aerospace, or automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, MES, PLM systems.

Benefits

Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive and competitive benefits packages.