Job Description
Who you are The ideal candidate combines deep technical fluency with strategic product thinking and an understanding of defense customer requirements—particularly in the military sales space Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field 5+ years of experience in software product management, technical program management, or software engineering leadership roles, preferably in defense, aerospace, or complex hardware-software systems Strong technical foundation with the ability to engage credibly with software engineers on architecture, algorithms, and implementation approaches Demonstrated experience defining product strategy, building product roadmaps, and driving product delivery in fast-paced, customer-focused environments Proven track record of working directly with customers to gather requirements, validate solutions, and drive adoption Experience coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, and business development to deliver complex products Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions in ambiguous situations Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and translate customer needs into technical requirements Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field Military experience or demonstrated experience in the military sales/defense contractor space, with understanding of DoD acquisition processes, program of record lifecycles, and military customer organizations Experience with autonomous systems, robotics, drone technology, or embedded software systems Background in Agile/Scrum product development methodologies and modern software development practices Experience with defense-specific requirements such as ITAR compliance, cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., RMF), and military standards (e.g., MIL-STD-882E) Prior experience in both product management and engineering roles, demonstrating the ability to bridge strategic and technical domains Track record of successful product launches in highly regulated or safety-critical industries Experience working in high-growth startups or innovation-focused organizations within the defense industrial base Familiarity with product analytics tools, roadmapping software, and requirements management systems What the job involves Anduril's Tactical Recon & Strike (TRS) is a division with two missions: 1) build highly capable autonomous drones, and 2) build solid rocket motors at scale We transform products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, and Altius from early concepts into fully operational capabilities by partnering closely with specialist engineering, operations, and production teams Through our Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) team, we design and manufacture solid rocket motors using advanced materials, proprietary formulations, and high-volume production methods—delivering safe, reliable propulsion systems that support a wide range of mission requirements TRS brings together software engineers and hardware engineers excited to build across a diverse and powerful portfolio—from autonomous aerial systems to high-performance solid rocket motors Our teams contribute to highly capable autonomous robotics systems and propulsion products that operate reliably in the most demanding mission environments We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers We are seeking a Software Program Manager to serve as the strategic product leader for our software-enabled defense systems within the TRS division This role sits at the critical intersection of customer needs, technical execution, and business growth—defining the future of our software platforms that power autonomous systems and mission-critical operations As a Software Program Manager, you will own the product vision and roadmap for software capabilities across our tactical systems portfolio You will be the voice of the customer internally and the face of product strategy externally, working closely with Growth teams to shape customer strategy while partnering with engineering and Technical Program Managers (TPMs) to ensure flawless execution You will translate complex operational challenges into clear product requirements, drive prioritization decisions backe