Associate Director, Production (Missiles) - International Growth

The posting, as Anduril wrote it

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

As an Associate Director, Production for Missiles International Growth, you will report to the Head of Production in overseeing the manufacturing and production lifecycle for our international expansion efforts. You will be responsible for launching production lines of Missiles products in partner nations/companies, while actively supporting new international opportunities. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, operations, quality, program management, growth, and leadership teams to ensure the successful execution of production programs globally. Your role is critical in driving efficiency, managing schedules, mitigating risks, and ensuring that international production efforts are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

If you possess a good foundation for manufacturing operational excellence coupled with determination/grit, join us in shaping the future of military might. Your work will not only translate prototypes for scalable production but also change the balance of defense capabilities on a global scale. Apply now and become a vital part of our mission to secure a safer tomorrow.

Please note: There will likely be up to 50% travel required for this role, including international travel.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• International Production Launch – Lead the operational setup, line qualification, and launch of Barracuda 500 manufacturing, assembly, and test operations within partner nations/companies.
• Support Growth Opportunities – Collaborate closely with the growth and business development teams to evaluate, scope, and operationalize manufacturing requirements for international pursuits, foreign co-production agreements, and industrial participation plans.
• Process Optimization – Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness in support of partner-nation production facilities.
• Budget & Cost Control – Monitor project budgets, track international production milestones, and ensure we are continually focused on identifying and solving issues to enable a successful transition to full-scale production.
• Resource & Supply Chain Management – Coordinate the allocation of materials, tooling, and labor to meet production

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