Senior Director, Manufacturing Operations

49 minutes ago
Full-time
Executive
Operations
Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is an American defense technology firm that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems for integrated awareness and security across land, sea, and air, utilizing its proprietary Lattice platform to enhance intelligence, su...

Aerospace & Defense
1K-5K
Founded 2017
$2200M raised

Description

  • Develop and execute manufacturing operations strategies aligned with company goals for productivity, quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Lead multi-site manufacturing teams to achieve operational excellence and production targets.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on lean manufacturing, waste reduction, and process optimization.
  • Oversee daily manufacturing operations, including scheduling, capacity planning, workforce management, and supply chain coordination.
  • Ensure production targets, quality specifications, and delivery commitments are consistently met.
  • Implement best practices for efficient workflows, equipment utilization, and inventory control.
  • Build out Anduril's production system for large manufacturing sites with multiple products.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing management team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Promote safety, compliance, and training programs across all shifts and locations.
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Product Development, Facilities, and Regulatory teams to improve operational efficiency and support modernization and expansion.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, including at least 7 years in senior leadership roles.
  • Proven track record managing large-scale manufacturing operations; multi-site experience preferred.
  • Strong expertise in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and team leadership.
  • Experience managing production planning, scheduling, workforce management, and budget oversight.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory compliance standards such as ISO, FDA, and AS9100 preferred.
  • Eligible for security clearance.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary of $225,000 to $298,000 USD.
  • Highly competitive equity grants included in most full-time offers.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage at little to no cost for U.S. employees.
  • Life and disability insurance for all employees.
  • Competitive PTO with a holiday hiatus in December and caregiver/wellness leave.
  • Free 24/7 mental health resources, including therapy and life coaching, plus legal and financial support services.
  • Annual reimbursement for professional development.
  • Commuter benefits, relocation assistance depending on eligibility, and retirement savings options such as 401(k), Roth, after-tax contributions, or pension/superannuation depending on region.

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