Project Coordinator, Manufacturing Automation

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Project Coordinator to join our Manufacturing Automation team. The Manufacturing Team is responsible for rapidly iterating and building cutting-edge defense hardware, including static equipment, moving ground equipment, and flight vehicles. You will coordinate deployment and communication of new tools, processes, and capabilities across the department. You’ll be the glue that connects the product aligned teams to the automation team within manufacturing engineering. If you thrive in fast-paced, technical environments and excel at juggling multiple responsibilities, we want to hear from you. WHAT YOU'LL DO Project Coordination Monitor project tasks, assign responsibilities, and track progress to ensure completion Identify and address issues, analyze risks, and coordinate to help the project stay on course Communication Facilitate communication among automation team and manufacturing engineering product aligned teams and stakeholders Manage and organize department communication channels, document storage and information share (SharePoint, Confluence, Box, Slack) Develop standardized documentation templates Develop presentation frameworks for department-wide meetings and executive reviews Distill meeting notes into actionable items, ensuring our teams remain honest and accountable Engagement and Support Develop and execute strategies to engage manufacturing engineers across all Anduril sites Manage department-wide calendar and support meetings for department leadership as needed Coordinate events for professional development and employee appreciation for the department REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 1-2 years professional experience as a project or program coordinator Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally A reliable self-starter, highly organized, resourceful, with attention to detail A team player who is highly collaborative with the ability to handle complex projects Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities PREFERRED QUALIFCATIONS Knowledge and/or experience of Confluence/JIRA, SharePoint and Airtable are a plus Experience working in a manufacturing environment US Salary Range $77,000 - $102,000 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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