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Director, People Business Partners, Manufacturing

Director, People Business Partners, Manufacturing

AndurilCosta Mesa, CA, US
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Director, People Business Partners, Manufacturing

Anduril 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

This senior HR leader is responsible for setting the strategic direction for all things people partnership across multiple manufacturing sites, including the design and integration of new large-scale production facilities. This role emphasizes visionary leadership and strategic influence that can be cascaded to all levels, partnering with senior stakeholders to build a dynamic, high-performing people strategy across the organization. This role must be able to balance the structure of a manufacturing workforce with innovative strategies that mirror Anduril's progression.

What You'll Do

Strategic Leadership & Vision :

  • Set the strategic direction for people partnership across all manufacturing sites and new production facilities.
  • Partner with senior leadership to ensure HR strategies align with overarching business goals.
  • Drive organizational transformation and change management while fostering a high-performance culture.

Leadership of People Business Partner Team :

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing team of People Business Partners.
  • Ensure that HR best practices and innovative strategies are consistently applied across the organization.
  • Provide strategic oversight and future-oriented partnership.
  • Manufacturing-Focused People Strategy :

  • Develop and communicate a clear, strategic People vision tailored to the unique needs of manufacturing operations.
  • Oversee the integration of people practices into the development of new large-scale production facilities.
  • Build scalable frameworks to support workforce planning, talent development, and employee engagement across multiple sites.
  • Senior Stakeholder Engagement :

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing actionable insights through analytics and strategic dialogue.
  • Champion HR initiatives that drive long-term growth, operational excellence, and competitive advantage.
  • Influence senior-level decision-making on organizational design and change management initiatives.
  • Required Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience in dynamic, high-growth environments.
  • Proven ability to develop and execute strategic people initiatives with a strong significant experience in manufacturing or production settings.
  • Demonstrated success in managing and developing teams and influencing executive decision-making.
  • Deep understanding of employment laws, compliance, and employee relations best practices.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with a data-informed mindset.
  • Must be a U.S. person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the defense, tech, or related industries with a manufacturing focus.
  • Track record in leading HR strategies through mergers, acquisitions, and significant organizational change.
  • Relevant professional certifications (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP).
  • US Salary Range : $168,000 - $252,000 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 :

  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits : For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI) : Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents. For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa : Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
  • Basic Life / AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support : Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources : We provide free mental health resources 24 / 7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
  • A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
  • Daily Meals and Provisions : For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
  • Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
  • 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.

    Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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