Product Manager, Depoloyed Optical Systems

Product Manager

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Anduril Imaging team develops state-of-the-art imaging systems across both hardware and software to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies.

About The Job

As a Product Manager, you will work cross-functionally with technical program management, growth, operations, engineering, and other functional and program teams to drive innovation, scalability, and mission success of highly performant optical systems. You will develop a deep understanding of product operational needs and use that knowledge to develop and deliver cutting-edge systems to Anduril's customers. You will be the driving force between customers, engineers, and production to ensure successful execution and delivery.

What You'll Do

Product Strategy & Roadmap Development:

• Define and execute a long-term product strategy and roadmap aligned with business objectives and customer needs.
• Conduct business case and ROI analyses to guide investment decisions.
• Develop product requirements, feature specifications, and pricing models based on market trends, user feedback, and competitive intelligence.
• Create Product Requirements Document and similar artifacts that outlines the requirements and features of a product, serving as a guide for business and technical teams.
• Identify and integrate emerging technologies that enhance Anduril's operational capabilities and market position.

Engineering & Cross-Functional Execution:

• Establish clear product goals and key success metrics and measure progress.
• Partner closely with Engineering Leads and Technical Program Managers to ensure product designs meet customer and business requirements while being scalable and manufacturable.
• Define and track key performance metrics to ensure successful product outcomes.
• Serve as a product evangelist, effectively communicating strategy and goals to internal and external stakeholders to drive alignment and support.

Financial & Cost Management:

• Work closely with Finance and Business Leadership to set and achieve product financial targets.
• Lead margin optimization efforts through efforts including design improvements, make vs buy decisions, new technology introductions.

Customer & Market Engagement:

• Partner with business development and field operations teams to gather customer insights, validate product needs, and refine product offerings.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to ensure Anduril remains at the forefront of autonomous surveillance technology.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, Business, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in Product Management, Program Management, or Systems Engineering with a focus on rugged, highly performant operational sensing systems.
• Proven ability to lead end-to-end product development, from strategy and design to execution and commercialization.
• Strong technical understanding of hardware-software systems, including computer vision, AI/ML, autonomy, networking, and embedded systems.
• Experience working with government, defense, or aerospace customers, with familiarity in DoD procurement and acquisition processes.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in military operations, surveillance, or force protection.
• Experience with supply chain, manufacturing, and scaling production for high-tech hardware products.
• Experience with optical systems, particularly infrared systems.

US Salary Range $140,000 - $210,000 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 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.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.