Operations & Logistics Lead
AndurilAnduril 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 JOB We are seeking an Operations and Logistics Lead join our rapidly growing team in Waltham, MA . In this role, you will work directly with our manufacturing team, field operations team, and across multiple other functional areas to deploy Anduril Imaging's hardware and personnel worldwide. You will partner with Production, Engineering, and Mission Operations leads to manage the operational handoff from the manufacturing floor to the field, ensuring completed hardware is staged, cleared, and mobilized without delay. This is a high-accountability role that requires an exceptional people leader, deep hardware operations fluency, and the ability to solve fast-moving supply chain and deployment challenges in support of critical missions around the world. WHAT YOU'LL DO Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, quality, manufacturing, and field operations to facilitate critical logistics and inventory management. Manage the logistics team, serve as the primary voice across our partner business lines and government customers. Maintain 100% asset visibility and chain-of-custody tracking across enterprise systems (ERP/WMS) from the moment hardware leaves the production line through site installation and out-year sustainment. Enforce strict compliance with defense and commercial transport regulations, including ITAR/EAR export controls, dangerous goods, and military shipping standards (MIL-STD/IUID). Design and impliment standard operating procedures (SOPs) for pack-out, material handling, and international staging to scale logistics capabilities as production volume accelerates. Track and optimize operational metrics, including pack-and-ship cycle times, transit cost efficiency, delivery timeliness, and inventory accuracy. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of progressively complex acquisition logistics, product support, or sustainment program management supporting a DoD environment or comparable government programs. relevant experience includes lifecycle logistics, Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Integrated Product Support (IPS), or Product Support Manager (PSM) roles. Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills sufficient to interface effectively with engineering, all levels of management, customers, and government representatives. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize actions in accordance with contractural requirements and business goals. Ability to move and carry 50 pounds for short periods of time. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in business/operations, engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education. U.S. Government or Military logistics, supply, or program office experience. Prior service as an ILS Manager, IPS Manager, Lifecycle Logistician, or Product Support. Experience building and leading a logistics or product support team, including hiring and developing junior logisticians. Experience authoring and delivering logistics CDRLs against DIDs, and negotiating sustainment scope with a government customer. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation …