Program Manager, Leadership Development (Manufacturing)

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Ashville
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

We’re building the future of defense manufacturing — and that starts with how we develop our leaders. The Program Manager, Leadership Development (Manufacturing) will own the strategy, design, and execution of comprehensive leadership training programs applied across all our manufacturing sites. This role is pivotal in bridging strategic leadership needs with on-the-ground operational realities, ensuring our production leaders are equipped with fundamental skills, advanced capabilities, and the vision to lead effectively. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of leadership development initiatives, from content creation and facilitation to training assignments, upkeep, and metric-driven continuous improvement. This position will require 30% travel. WHAT YOU’LL DO Assess Leadership Development Needs: Partner with senior manufacturing, operations, and HR leaders across all sites to identify critical leadership skill gaps, define strategic development priorities, and align training initiatives with enterprise-wide objectives. Design & Develop Leadership Programs: Lead the creation and adaptation of foundational and advanced leadership development content, modules, and experiential learning activities specifically tailored for production and manufacturing leaders. This includes defining learning objectives, curriculum, and delivery methods. Program Ownership & Management: Own end-to-end leadership development project plans – from needs analysis and strategic design through delivery, resource allocation, and robust post-training evaluation across all sites. Facilitate & Deliver High-Impact Training: Directly facilitate engaging and effective leadership development programs for diverse cohorts of production and manufacturing leaders, fostering critical thinking and practical application. Establish Foundational Leadership Training: Develop and manage a standardized curriculum to ensure all new and existing production leaders complete essential foundational leadership training, covering core principles, management best practices, and operational leadership. Manage Training Logistics & Administration: Oversee the assignment and tracking of leadership training participation, maintain curriculum up-to-date, manage scheduling across multiple sites, and ensure seamless delivery of all program components. Track Outcomes & Drive Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of leadership development programs (e.g., leadership effectiveness scores, retention, performance improvements). Utilize data and feedback to continuously refine and optimize content and delivery strategies. Collaborate & Influence: Act as a key liaison between manufacturing leadership, Human Resources, Global L&D, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment, gain buy-in, and seamlessly roll out new leadership development initiatives across the organization. Enable Internal Facilitation Capabilities: Develop and facilitate "train-the-trainer" programs and provide resources to empower internal subject matter experts or existing L&D professionals to effectively deliver and reinforce leadership development content within their respective sites or functions. Partner & Expand Impact: Engage with external vendors, academic institutions, and industry experts to bring specialized leadership development solutions and best practices into the organization, strengthening our global talent pipeline. Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support the manufacturing leadership development strategy for manufacturing and production. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 8 years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or Leadership Development, with a strong focus on program management. Proven experience designing, managing, and delivering leadership development programs from concept to completion for diverse audiences. Strong facilitation skills with demonstrated ability to engage, inspire, and develop leaders at various levels. Exceptional program management and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple complex projects across different sites concurrently. Experience working within or directly supporting a manufacturing, production, or heavy industrial environment is preferred. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and build strong relationships with cross-functional and senior leadership teams. Data-driven mindset with a proven ability to define metrics, analyze training impact, and drive continuous improvement. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Lean Six Sigma. Experience implementing leadership development programs on a multi-site or global scale. Certifications in leadership assessment tools (e.g., 360 feedback, behavioral assessments). Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and learning experience platforms (LXP) for program administration and content delivery. US Salary Range $113,000 - $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. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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