Leave Specialist

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 real‑time, 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.

The Leave Specialist is responsible for administering all aspects of employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, state and local leave laws, company‑specific leaves, military leave, and disability (short‑term and long‑term). This role serves as the primary point of contact for employees regarding leave inquiries, ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, and maintains accurate records. The Leave Specialist guides employees and managers through the leave process, ensuring a smooth and supportive experience while upholding company policies and legal obligations.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all employee leave inquiries, providing clear and accurate information regarding eligibility, rights, and responsibilities.
• Administer all types of leaves of absence, including but not limited to FMLA, state and local family/medical leaves, short‑term disability (STD), long‑term disability (LTD), military leave, parental leave, bereavement leave, and other company‑specific leaves.
• Coordinate with employees, managers, healthcare providers, and third‑party administrators (TPAs) to facilitate accurate and timely leave management.
• Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate pay during leaves, benefit deductions, and return‑to‑work adjustments.
• Collaborate with the Benefits team to manage benefits continuation during leaves and COBRA eligibility.
• Work closely with HR Business Partners and managers to ensure clear communication regarding employee leave status and return‑to‑work plans.
• Liaise with external vendors (e.g., STD/LTD carriers, EAP) for claim management and employee support.
• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and confidential records of all leave cases, including medical documentation, communications, and approvals in the HRIS and/or case management system.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA).

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in accommodation administration.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, state leave laws, and disability programs.
• Experience with HRIS and leave management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• CLMS or CPDM certification preferred.

US Salary Range
: $53,000 – $69,000 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 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.

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.