Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations

Overview

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold, and its systems are powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. Anduril focuses on autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking to deliver cutting-edge technology.

The Manufacturing team is responsible for a wide range of activities essential to the manufacturing process, including operating equipment, assembling products, performing quality control checks, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

We are seeking a Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Operations to join our manufacturing team  Sr. Production Manager will lead a team of leaders to produce multiple hardware platforms for strategic military and commercial customers. This is a dynamic role requiring frontline technical and people management skills, delivering customer experiences, fostering team culture, and overseeing day-to-day delivery. Success includes customer satisfaction, team management, operations, and financial goals.

The ideal candidate will have new product introduction (NPI) and production scaling experience, strong communication skills, time-management, and a commitment to building American defense capabilities. While individual strength is valued, teamwork is crucial for success.

• Drive Tier 3 production reporting structures and set safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals across multiple production teams and work centers
• Set monthly and quarterly production targets and maintain accountability for performance across broader manufacturing operations spanning several work centers
• Lead and develop the organizational structure of your leadership team, including succession planning for supervisors and managers
• Define operational direction by establishing goals, policies, and processes, then delegating execution to other leaders on your team
• Shape and adjust manufacturing policies that guide how your team and broader organization operates, with decisions that significantly influence business outcomes across the department
• Tackle complex operational challenges requiring conceptual thinking and strong alignment to organizational goals
• Apply sound judgment to select approaches and define success measures across multiple production areas
• Lead strategic projects that impact multiple parts of the business and span up to a year, affecting monthly to quarterly production plan attainment
• Execute near to long-term business outcomes while driving strategic initiatives that enable production operations and cross-functional collaboration
• Set team culture across multiple production leaders and drive tactical execution and strategic direction
• Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to align on priorities across departments and customer needs
• Navigate complex conversations with stakeholders to influence outcomes while maintaining relationships
• Oversee cross-functional projects across work centers, ensuring alignment with broader objectives
• Provide C-suite level reporting on production performance and strategic vision
• Demonstrate urgency and ownership to complete tasks effectively

• 7+ years of experience in production-oriented fields, including at least 3+ years in a Manager or Senior Manager role in a high-volume production environment
• Experience with ERP and MES systems and implementing new systems
• Full understanding of the product life cycle (NPI to scaled production), LEAN manufacturing principles, and change management (ECOs)
• Ability to interpret technical documentation (mechanical drawings, work instructions, equipment specs, electrical schematics, etc.)
• Highly reliable, organized, detail-oriented, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for employee development and experience in training and developing leaders
• Proven skills in process and equipment troubleshooting in dynamic production environments
• Experience supporting process…