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Senior Program Manager, Safety and Standards
full-timeCosta Mesa$146k - $194k

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Location

Costa Mesa

Salary

$146k - $194k

Type

full-time

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About this role

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.

Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Test and Evaluation (T&E) Flight Operations team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with T&E leadership and various business lines to establish and oversee team training, safety, and standard practices both on-site and across multiple test facilities. A key responsibility will be ensuring compliance with DCMA 8210 regulations. Additionally, you will manage safety trends and conduct predictive analysis to enhance operational safety. Join our dynamic team and contribute to building a robust Aviation T&E program that positions us as the industry leader in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) products and operations.


WHAT YOU'LL DO:



  • Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for DCMA 8210-1D instruction and related contract requirements.

  • Monitor, interpret, and implement changes to Flight and Ground Operations Procedures.

  • Ensure timely communications to all stakeholders, internal and external.

  • Lead internal readiness reviews and DCMA audits

  • Develop, implement, and manage safety management system (SMS) and operational standards programs.

  • Maintain safety policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and checklists to ensure compliance with federal, DoD, and company requirements.

  • Establish and maintain a standardized approach to creating, updating, and publishing written procedures, checklists, manuals, and other documents required for the execution of test-related and flight activities..

  • Serve as primary liaison to the Government Flight Representative (GFR) and Government Ground Representative (GGR), as required.

  • Serve as liaison to the Federal Aviation Administration and local airfields as needed.

  • Serve as Aviation Safety Officer (ASO) for flight operations.

  • Lead Safety Council to proliferate updated requirements, review lessons learned, and share ideas for the continuous improvement of test operations.

  • Be prepared to conduct safety investigations into ground and flight test-related incidents and report findings to Anduril leadership as required.

  • Review all incidents, track derivative issues, and ensure closure of all issues with subsequent out briefings that connect root cause analysis to root cause corrective actions.

  • Maintain the Mishap Response Plan (MRP) for flight related activities.

  • Track statistical data relating to ground and flight test-related incidents for trend analysis and potential corrective recommendations.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:



  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented.

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

  • A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture.

  • Demonstrated expertise in DCMA 8210-series requirements.

  • Experience with Safety Management System (SMS) and aviation quality programs.

  • Strong knowledge of FAA and DoD regulations.

  • Experience in aviation in flight instruction, flight standardization, and/or flight safety.

  • Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies.

  • Knowledge of aviation policy creation / writing.

  • Familiarity with the US Military and FAA safety investigation processes.

  • Knowledge of flight training requirements, currency, and proficiency.

  • Experience with incident response / pre-accident planning.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

  • Ability to travel on an as needed basis.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS



  • Prior Government Flight Representative (GFR) or Government Ground Representative (GGR) experience.

  • School trained Aviation Safety Officer (ASO).

  • Military aviation background.

  • Group 5 UAS experience.

  • Familiarity with airspace control / coordination.

  • Formal safety training (FAA, military, etc.).

  • Familiarity with data analytics / statistical analysis.

  • Familiarity with the test / experimental flight test process.

  • Familiarity with the technical writing process.

US Salary Range
$146,000$194,000 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: 


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. 

  • Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. 


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. 


The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. 


To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/. 

Other facts

Tech stack
DCMA 8210 Compliance,Safety Management System (SMS),Operational Standards,Flight Operations Procedures,Ground Operations Procedures,Government Flight Representative (GFR),Government Ground Representative (GGR),Aviation Safety Officer (ASO),Safety Investigations,Root Cause Analysis,Mishap Response Plan (MRP),Trend Analysis,UAS Operations,Test and Evaluation (T&E),Stakeholder Communication,Audit Leadership

About Anduril Industries

Anduril is not a traditional defense contractor. We are shaping the future of defense, transforming US & allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

We emphasize speed and results and control our products from start to finish, including funding R&D to selling finished products off the shelf. Today, Anduril is in a rapid growth phase, deploying technology in diverse locations and developing path-making products that will change defense forever.

We believe that everyone at Anduril can be a catalyst. Your perspective can change lives, and we want to help you make your mark. Our team includes thinkers and doers working interdependently. We bring the brightest minds and best-in-class talent together with veterans who have lived the problems of our warfighters.

If you like building quickly and seeing your work deployed in the real world, we want you at Anduril. With offices in Orange County, Washington DC, Seattle, Boston, Atlanta, London, and Sydney, our reach is wide.

Check out our careers page at https://www.anduril.com/careers or send us an email at [email protected].

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Founding Year: 2017

What you'll do

  • This role involves establishing and overseeing team training, safety, and standard practices across test facilities, with a key focus on ensuring compliance with DCMA 8210 regulations. Responsibilities include managing the safety management system, leading safety councils, and conducting investigations into ground and flight test-related incidents.

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