Compliance Program Manager

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

As a Program Manager for DCMA engagement and contract compliance, you will lead engagement with the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and ensure audit readiness, contract integrity, and compliance across autonomous aircraft, drones, ground control systems, and integrated government-owned equipment. The Program Manager serves as the critical bridge between regulatory oversight and internal program success, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and federal expectations. The right person for this role has knowledge of DCMA relationship management, executive risk communication, and internal program support & compliance readiness reviews. If you are someone who loves to deliver world-class quality for their customers, build bridges wherever you go, work hands-on, and be accountable for results with our customer, then this role is for you. WHAT YOU’LL DO Work with program teams who are engaging with DCMA through contracts, letters of delegation, statement of work documents, and program deliverables to develop strategies to meet DCMA requirements. Act as primary liaison with DCMA personnel, managing correspondence, audits, and site interactions for programs under your purview. Maintain a clear, current, and strategic understanding of all DCMA engagements, site visits, and their connection to contract deliverables and overarching Anduril strategy. Cultivate and sustain a high-trust relationship with DCMA personnel through proactive, transparent communication. Forecasts and tracks DCMA engagements including, but not limited to: Process Evaluations, DCMA Site Visits, Government Inspections, Contract Delivery Items, and VIP engagement Deliver weekly engagement summaries tied directly to contractual requirements to key stakeholders Develop and deliver bi-weekly executive briefings summarizing DCMA activities and associated risks Escalate concerns, risks, or deviations with clarity and urgency, ensuring informed executive visibility Provide quantified risk impact analyses, tied to program schedules, cost exposure, and compliance metrics Achieve a high percentage of positive feedback from executive stakeholders regarding clarity, relevance, and strategic utility of briefings Conduct pre-audit reviews for all major DCMA activities with program teams, ensuring a high level of audit preparedness Partner with Program and Product Managers to close all DCMA findings within agreed timelines. Provide secondary review for all DCMA-related deliverables, maintaining low percentage of rework or clarification rate based on agency feedback REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or similar field with 5-7 years of direct DCMA engagement. Outstanding Program Management skills combined with the proven ability to operate in a nebulous environment Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS, AS9100, and defense quality frameworks Experience in Aerospace, Defense, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Quality in aircraft product development and complex production process management. Experience managing DCMA contracts within autonomous aerospace platforms and defense-grade technologies Proven experience interfacing with DCMA or other federal contract oversight agencies Experience with DCMA Manual 2201-04, DCMA Instruction 8210, DCMA Manual 2101, DCMA Manual 2303, Quality Assurance Letters of Instruction (QALIs) and Letters of Delegation (LODs) Exceptional executive communication and risk analysis capabilities Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s Degree in Engineering or MBA 2 Years of Management Consulting Experience 5-7 years of experience of process development based on federal regulatory requirements. Strong knowledge of CAPA & data processes, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, AS6500). Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, or defense quality credentials preferred Experience in a start-up or growth-stage defense contractor environment Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and take on new challenges and responsibilities US Salary Range $146,000 - $194,000 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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