Anduril Industries
Costa Mesa, California
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 The Air Dominance and Strike (AD&S) Chief Engineering Team is a driving force behind the technical execution and strategic vision of our most critical programs. They are responsible for architecting a vision for product development and guiding multi-disciplinary teams to deliver effectively. They are expected to own the mission and to be deeply involved in building the eco-system that enables execution. WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead Prototype Execution: Own the end-to-end technical execution of building first-article and prototype autonomous aircraft, leading the team from part fabrication to a fully integrated, flight-ready vehicle. Hands-On Problem Solving: Serve as the lead technical problem-solver on the factory floor, driving root cause analysis and implementing rapid solutions for issues in manufacturing, assembly, and integration. Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Work directly with the conceptual design team to provide critical DFM feedback, ensuring the aircraft is not just performant but also buildable, testable, and scalable. Oversee Fabrication & Assembly: Lead the fabrication, assembly, and integration of complex airframe structures, propulsion systems, avionics, and flight control hardware. Manage Build & Test Integration: Develop and execute the plan for system integration, ground testing, and final vehicle checkout in preparation for flight test. Build and Lead an Elite Team: Lead and mentor a small, high-performing team of "doers"-engineers and technicians who thrive on building cutting-edge hardware. Supplier & Partner Integration: Direct the technical interface with key suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure hardware is delivered on time and to spec. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A proven track record of leading the hands-on build and integration of a new, complex aircraft or aerospace vehicle. Deep, hands-on expertise in manufacturing and prototyping, including composite fabrication, metallic structures, systems installation, and vehicle assembly. Demonstrated experience taking a vehicle from detailed design release, through a first-article build, and into a successful test campaign. Experience leading small, agile, multi-disciplinary engineering and technician teams in a rapid development environment. Strong technical foundation in mechanical/aerospace structures and systems integration. Expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and resolving real-time production issues. Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Direct experience leading the prototype build of a UAS at Group 3 or above. Prior experience with DOW technology development organizations (e.g., DARPA, AFRL) on advanced flight programs. Background in a "Skunk Works," "Phantom Works," or fast-paced startup environment focused on rapid hardware prototyping. Experience with a wide range of manufacturing processes, including additive manufacturing, advanced composites, and automated assembly. Hands-on experience as a Test Director or lead flight test engineer for a first flight campaign. A "player-coach" leadership style with a willingness to be deeply involved in the day-to-day build. An active Top Secret security clearance. Per Anduril's expansion plans, we anticipate this job will be based out of Long Beach, CA beginning late 2027. US Salary Range $254,000-$336,000 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: Benefits At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.
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 The Air Dominance and Strike (AD&S) Chief Engineering Team is a driving force behind the technical execution and strategic vision of our most critical programs. They are responsible for architecting a vision for product development and guiding multi-disciplinary teams to deliver effectively. They are expected to own the mission and to be deeply involved in building the eco-system that enables execution. WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead Prototype Execution: Own the end-to-end technical execution of building first-article and prototype autonomous aircraft, leading the team from part fabrication to a fully integrated, flight-ready vehicle. Hands-On Problem Solving: Serve as the lead technical problem-solver on the factory floor, driving root cause analysis and implementing rapid solutions for issues in manufacturing, assembly, and integration. Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Work directly with the conceptual design team to provide critical DFM feedback, ensuring the aircraft is not just performant but also buildable, testable, and scalable. Oversee Fabrication & Assembly: Lead the fabrication, assembly, and integration of complex airframe structures, propulsion systems, avionics, and flight control hardware. Manage Build & Test Integration: Develop and execute the plan for system integration, ground testing, and final vehicle checkout in preparation for flight test. Build and Lead an Elite Team: Lead and mentor a small, high-performing team of "doers"-engineers and technicians who thrive on building cutting-edge hardware. Supplier & Partner Integration: Direct the technical interface with key suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure hardware is delivered on time and to spec. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A proven track record of leading the hands-on build and integration of a new, complex aircraft or aerospace vehicle. Deep, hands-on expertise in manufacturing and prototyping, including composite fabrication, metallic structures, systems installation, and vehicle assembly. Demonstrated experience taking a vehicle from detailed design release, through a first-article build, and into a successful test campaign. Experience leading small, agile, multi-disciplinary engineering and technician teams in a rapid development environment. Strong technical foundation in mechanical/aerospace structures and systems integration. Expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and resolving real-time production issues. Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Direct experience leading the prototype build of a UAS at Group 3 or above. Prior experience with DOW technology development organizations (e.g., DARPA, AFRL) on advanced flight programs. Background in a "Skunk Works," "Phantom Works," or fast-paced startup environment focused on rapid hardware prototyping. Experience with a wide range of manufacturing processes, including additive manufacturing, advanced composites, and automated assembly. Hands-on experience as a Test Director or lead flight test engineer for a first flight campaign. A "player-coach" leadership style with a willingness to be deeply involved in the day-to-day build. An active Top Secret security clearance. Per Anduril's expansion plans, we anticipate this job will be based out of Long Beach, CA beginning late 2027. US Salary Range $254,000-$336,000 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: Benefits At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.
Carbon, Inc.
Sunnyvale, California
At Carbon, our mission goes beyond 3D printing. We are enabling creators everywhere to make what the world needs, right now. Our company is built on the idea that diverse fields of study must come together to solve intractable problems. We have grand ambitions to create technology that will influence industry around the world. You will be joining a diverse team with a vibrant culture, where team success is as important as celebrating individual contributions. Help us change the world and we will help you change yours. At Carbon, we are revolutionizing manufacturing. We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive complex software engineering projects that push the boundaries of additive manufacturing. In this role, you'll work closely with our software engineering team to ensure the effective delivery of high-impact technical initiatives that advance our mission. This role will be located at our Sunnyvale, CA office. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate complex software development programs Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive project plans Track project progress, milestones, budgets, and dependencies Manage key vendor relationships Proactively identify and mitigate risks in the development of our products and services Facilitate effective communication within and between teams, escalating issues when necessary Provide regular status updates and reports to stakeholders on key initiatives Drive technical decision-making processes and help teams reach consensus Help define and participate in the rhythms and processes of our software team (stand-ups, planning sessions, backlog groomings, on-call practices, deployment cycles, etc) Partner with Product Management and Engineering Managers to lead software team structures, cadences, and culture Qualifications 5+ years of experience in technical program management in the context of software delivery Fluency in typical software development workflows (e.g. Agile) and key lifecycles (e.g. release management) Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge gaps across various disciplines and perspectives Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Deep experience in software development lifecycles Experience with common project management and software development tools (e.g., Jira, Google Drive, Confluence, GitHub, etc.) Experience adopting AI for appropriate tasks (we use Claude) Nice-to-Have Qualifications Experience in 3D printing technologies specifically or manufacturing generally Knowledge of CAD/CAM software, Manufacturing Execution Systems, and or manufacturing-focused Quality Management Systems Experience shipping software to physical devices (in addition to cloud-based software deployments) Key Competencies Independence: Ability to work autonomously and make decisions with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment Task Management: Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, crucial for managing complex product development cycles Clear Communication: Articulate complex ideas and concerns effectively to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives and customers Technical Depth: Strong technical acumen to understand and represent engineering challenges Leadership: Influence and motivate cross-functional teams without direct authority, fostering a culture of innovation Adaptability: Thrive in Carbon's dynamic environment, quickly adjusting to new technological developments and market demands Our Technical Program Managers play a crucial role in driving innovation and delivering groundbreaking additive manufacturing solutions. If you're passionate about additive manufacturing and have a talent for guiding complex, multidisciplinary projects to completion, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in reimagining how the world designs, engineers, manufactures, and delivers products using new and novel technology! You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Carbon, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. At Carbon, we look at the person holistically and carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation. The compensation bracket for this position is $182,400 - $273,600 per year. In order to maintain equitable internal pay practices, we aim to hire new employees near the midpoint of $228,000, taking into account your experience, work location, certifications, and the unique skills you bring to the role. Your actual salary will be based on your experience, work location, certifications and the unique skills you bring to the role. If you are not based in our Sunnyvale office, the range above will be adjusted for the geographical differential associated with your actual work location. Carbon also offers to our eligible employees a comprehensive total rewards package that includes equity, benefits, and time off programs. For more information on how we modify your pay based on your location, please refer to our geographic differentials chart . For details on our total rewards package, visit . By clicking the "APPLY NOW" button and submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the complete Privacy Notice for Employees, Independent Contractors and Job Applicants, which explains the categories of personal information we collect about you, the purposes for which the categories of personal information shall be used and your rights with respect to our use of such personal Information.
At Carbon, our mission goes beyond 3D printing. We are enabling creators everywhere to make what the world needs, right now. Our company is built on the idea that diverse fields of study must come together to solve intractable problems. We have grand ambitions to create technology that will influence industry around the world. You will be joining a diverse team with a vibrant culture, where team success is as important as celebrating individual contributions. Help us change the world and we will help you change yours. At Carbon, we are revolutionizing manufacturing. We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive complex software engineering projects that push the boundaries of additive manufacturing. In this role, you'll work closely with our software engineering team to ensure the effective delivery of high-impact technical initiatives that advance our mission. This role will be located at our Sunnyvale, CA office. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate complex software development programs Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive project plans Track project progress, milestones, budgets, and dependencies Manage key vendor relationships Proactively identify and mitigate risks in the development of our products and services Facilitate effective communication within and between teams, escalating issues when necessary Provide regular status updates and reports to stakeholders on key initiatives Drive technical decision-making processes and help teams reach consensus Help define and participate in the rhythms and processes of our software team (stand-ups, planning sessions, backlog groomings, on-call practices, deployment cycles, etc) Partner with Product Management and Engineering Managers to lead software team structures, cadences, and culture Qualifications 5+ years of experience in technical program management in the context of software delivery Fluency in typical software development workflows (e.g. Agile) and key lifecycles (e.g. release management) Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge gaps across various disciplines and perspectives Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Deep experience in software development lifecycles Experience with common project management and software development tools (e.g., Jira, Google Drive, Confluence, GitHub, etc.) Experience adopting AI for appropriate tasks (we use Claude) Nice-to-Have Qualifications Experience in 3D printing technologies specifically or manufacturing generally Knowledge of CAD/CAM software, Manufacturing Execution Systems, and or manufacturing-focused Quality Management Systems Experience shipping software to physical devices (in addition to cloud-based software deployments) Key Competencies Independence: Ability to work autonomously and make decisions with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment Task Management: Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, crucial for managing complex product development cycles Clear Communication: Articulate complex ideas and concerns effectively to diverse audiences, from engineers to executives and customers Technical Depth: Strong technical acumen to understand and represent engineering challenges Leadership: Influence and motivate cross-functional teams without direct authority, fostering a culture of innovation Adaptability: Thrive in Carbon's dynamic environment, quickly adjusting to new technological developments and market demands Our Technical Program Managers play a crucial role in driving innovation and delivering groundbreaking additive manufacturing solutions. If you're passionate about additive manufacturing and have a talent for guiding complex, multidisciplinary projects to completion, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in reimagining how the world designs, engineers, manufactures, and delivers products using new and novel technology! You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Carbon, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. At Carbon, we look at the person holistically and carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation. The compensation bracket for this position is $182,400 - $273,600 per year. In order to maintain equitable internal pay practices, we aim to hire new employees near the midpoint of $228,000, taking into account your experience, work location, certifications, and the unique skills you bring to the role. Your actual salary will be based on your experience, work location, certifications and the unique skills you bring to the role. If you are not based in our Sunnyvale office, the range above will be adjusted for the geographical differential associated with your actual work location. Carbon also offers to our eligible employees a comprehensive total rewards package that includes equity, benefits, and time off programs. For more information on how we modify your pay based on your location, please refer to our geographic differentials chart . For details on our total rewards package, visit . By clicking the "APPLY NOW" button and submitting your job application, you agree you have reviewed the complete Privacy Notice for Employees, Independent Contractors and Job Applicants, which explains the categories of personal information we collect about you, the purposes for which the categories of personal information shall be used and your rights with respect to our use of such personal Information.