Senior Test Site Manager

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Costa Mesa, CA +1 · Core Operations : Test Sites : Test Sites

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company building AI-powered military systems. This role is for a Senior Test Site Manager responsible for overseeing operations, logistics, staffing, and project management for test sites, including coordinating client visits and managing budgets. The role requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills, with a focus on translating ambiguous problems into actionable strategies and managing cross-functional relationships. Experience in construction, operations, or product/program management is required, along with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

What you'd actually do

  1. Oversee day-to-day operations including logistics, inventory management, staffing, and vendor relationships.
  2. Coordinate high-profile client visits, demonstrations, and ad-hoc initiatives.
  3. Maintain accurate inventory records and track equipment maintenance.
  4. Lead, mentor, and develop your team to foster a collaborative and high-performing culture.
  5. Build strong cross-functional relationships and engage with diverse stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

Required

  • 6+ years of relevant work experience
  • 3+ years in construction, operations, or product/program management roles
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects (3-5+ large projects) concurrently at a rapid pace
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong emotional intelligence
  • People-centric approach to solving operational challenges
  • Proactive, solution-oriented mindset
  • Capacity to work independently in an unstructured environment
  • Ability to develop clear frameworks to structure and solve ambiguous, cross-functional problems
  • Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder and executive engagement
  • Experience managing and developing team members
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Nice to have

  • construction
  • operations
  • product management
  • program management

What the JD emphasized

  • Translate ambiguous problems into structured frameworks and actionable strategies.
  • Develop accurate cost estimates at all project stages and manage budget - from greenfield projects to day to day capital improvements.
  • Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder and executive engagement, with significant leadership visibility.
  • Experience managing and developing team members, with an emphasis on continuous feedback and growth.