Program Manager, Technician Training

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM The Manufacturing Production team is responsible for a wide range of activities that are crucial to the manufacturing process including operating equipment, assembling products, performing quality control checks, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. The Mfg Training Development team plays a critical role in equipping employees with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to excel in their roles. The Mfg Training Development team designs, develops, delivers training programs that enhance technical proficiency, ensure compliance, and support career growth within the organization. ABOUT THE JOB We’re building the future of defense manufacturing — and that starts with how we train and develop our people. The Technician Trainer Program Manager will lead the design, coordination, and execution of technician training programs at our Ohio Arsenal site. This role bridges strategy and execution: partnering closely with production, quality, and safety teams to understand business needs. This role will manage a small team of trainers to deliver learning solutions that build skill, capability, and confidence across our workforce. WHAT YOU’LL DO Assess Training Needs: Partner with manufacturing, quality, and operations leaders to identify skill gaps, define learning priorities, and align training to site and business objectives. Design and Develop Training: Create or adapt technician and leadership training content, materials, and hands-on learning experiences to meet site-specific needs. Scope & Manage Learning Projects: Own training project plans end-to-end — from needs analysis and design through delivery, resource planning, and post-training evaluation. Deliver & Facilitate Training: Facilitate technician and leadership development programs; coach team trainers to deliver engaging and effective sessions. Manage Manufacturing Onboarding: Ensure the Technician Training team delivers consistent, high-quality onboarding for all new manufacturing hires at the Ohio site. Plan & Schedule Training: Maintain a site-wide training calendar, coordinate resources, and align delivery timelines with production schedules. Track Outcomes & Drive Continuous Improvement: Measure training effectiveness through pre- and post-training metrics; use data and feedback to continuously improve content and delivery. Collaborate & Communicate: Act as a key liaison between production leaders, L&D, safety, and quality to ensure alignment and seamless rollout of new training initiatives. Lead and develop the Tech Training Team : Provide direction and support to technician trainer(s), ensuring excellence in facilitation, documentation, and execution. Enable internal training capability : Develop and facilitate train the trainer programs, and provide resources that enable teams to deliver their own effective training. Partner and expand impact: Engage with vendors and external partners to develop specialized training solutions and strengthen local talent pipeline Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support training strategy REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 8 years of experience in Learning & Development, Technical Training, or similar roles People leadership experience Proven ability to design, manage, and deliver training programs from concept to completion Strong facilitation skills — able to engage and train both technicians and leaders Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects Experience in a manufacturing or production environment strongly preferred Strong collaborator and communicator who can partner effectively with cross-functional teams Data-driven mindset with a focus on training impact and measurable outcomes Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Hands-on experience training technicians or production staff Strong technical knowledge and mechanical ability of manufacturing equipment, practices, and safety standards Experience working within or directly supporting a manufacturing, production, or heavy industrial environment is preferred US Salary Range $98,000 - $149,000 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 (but not limited to) 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, including: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. 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