Anduril Industries, Inc.
Strategic Design Operations Manager
Anduril Industries, Inc., Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626
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 Design Team leads Anduril’s brand identity, visual communication, concept art, and industrial design. Our team’s purpose is to connect the mission, people, and products to elevate the Anduril brand.
ABOUT THE JOB Anduril’s Design Team is seeking a Strategic Design Operations Manager to join our team. You will join the centralized design function to drive strategic objectives and operationalize Anduril Design initiatives. You will be a key partner to the VP of Design. The ideal candidate will have experience defining and executing sustainable programs and operations. If you are a team player who is passionate about the creative process and driving design work forward, then this role is for you.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Partner with VP of Design as thought partner and executional lead
Identify forward‑thinking initiatives and strategic frameworks for each discipline
Facilitate team rituals including design critiques and updates
Collaborate with functional leaders to align on key topics and craft exec‑level presentations, narratives, and emails
Support planning and execution of design programs and organizational evolution of team
Proactively communicate program status, risks, and schedules
Develop, maintain, and distribute program documentation
Advocate for new tools, best practices, and stay ahead of design trends
Collaborate with Creative Operations leads to build quarterly and annual plans and capture KPIs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years in industry or agency environment
Demonstrated experience scaling operations for a critical business unit
Experience working with creative teams across disciplines with deep understanding of creative approach and design processes
Excellent communication skills and ability to frame complex challenges
Highly organized with the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
A team player who is highly collaborative with the ability to execute projects with care and clarity
Knowledge of Microsoft suite of products including PowerPoint, Outlook
Must work on‑site in Costa Mesa, Ca
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
US Salary Range $146,000 - $194,000 USD
Benefits
Healthcare Benefits
US Roles:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles:
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles:
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection:
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off:
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support:
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources:
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development:
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits:
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles:
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles:
Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles:
Superannuation plan.
Equal Employment Opportunity As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
Veterans
A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service‑connected disability.
A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three‑year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.
An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.
An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.
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ABOUT THE TEAM The Design Team leads Anduril’s brand identity, visual communication, concept art, and industrial design. Our team’s purpose is to connect the mission, people, and products to elevate the Anduril brand.
ABOUT THE JOB Anduril’s Design Team is seeking a Strategic Design Operations Manager to join our team. You will join the centralized design function to drive strategic objectives and operationalize Anduril Design initiatives. You will be a key partner to the VP of Design. The ideal candidate will have experience defining and executing sustainable programs and operations. If you are a team player who is passionate about the creative process and driving design work forward, then this role is for you.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Partner with VP of Design as thought partner and executional lead
Identify forward‑thinking initiatives and strategic frameworks for each discipline
Facilitate team rituals including design critiques and updates
Collaborate with functional leaders to align on key topics and craft exec‑level presentations, narratives, and emails
Support planning and execution of design programs and organizational evolution of team
Proactively communicate program status, risks, and schedules
Develop, maintain, and distribute program documentation
Advocate for new tools, best practices, and stay ahead of design trends
Collaborate with Creative Operations leads to build quarterly and annual plans and capture KPIs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years in industry or agency environment
Demonstrated experience scaling operations for a critical business unit
Experience working with creative teams across disciplines with deep understanding of creative approach and design processes
Excellent communication skills and ability to frame complex challenges
Highly organized with the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
A team player who is highly collaborative with the ability to execute projects with care and clarity
Knowledge of Microsoft suite of products including PowerPoint, Outlook
Must work on‑site in Costa Mesa, Ca
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
US Salary Range $146,000 - $194,000 USD
Benefits
Healthcare Benefits
US Roles:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles:
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles:
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection:
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off:
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support:
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources:
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development:
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits:
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles:
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles:
Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles:
Superannuation plan.
Equal Employment Opportunity As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
Veterans
A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service‑connected disability.
A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three‑year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.
An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.
An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.
Interested in building your career at Anduril Industries? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
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