Chief of Staff, Tactical Recon and Strike (Skillbridge)

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. The Tactical Recon and Strike (TRS) division at Anduril develops aerial small drones (Group 1-3) and all equipment to test, deploy and operate. The team is responsible for taking products like Ghost, Bolt, Anvil, and Altius from paper sketches to operational systems. We work in close coordination with tactical unit end users, program offices, and other critical DOW stakeholders to solve some of the hardest problems facing our warfighters. The Chief of Staff, TRS is the connective tissue between the SVP of TRS, the broader executive team, and the rest of the company. You’ll act as a strategic thought partner and force multiplier to the SVP, ensuring the division is aligned and prioritized to deliver against our most critical goals. This role is responsible for proactively designing, building, and executing the operational rhythm, strategic programs, and cross-functional communications that enable the TRS division to operate at a high level and drive organizational performance. ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a highly capable and strategic Chief of Staff to partner directly with our SVP of the Tactical Recon and Strike Division. This role is at the nexus of strategy and execution, providing critical support across a broad spectrum of responsibilities, from strategic planning and cross-functional integration to executive operations and high-impact project leadership. You will be entrusted with enhancing the operational cadence of the TRS team, ensuring alignment with key stakeholders across Anduril, and representing the SVP in crucial internal forums. Your ability to synthesize complex information, drive consensus, and manage diverse initiatives will be key to enabling the TRS division to achieve its ambitious goals. Join us to play a central role in shaping the future of TRS and contributing to Anduril's groundbreaking work. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. This position is located in Costa Mesa CA. WHAT YOU’LL DO Strategic Advisor: Serve as a trusted advisor to the TRS SVP, helping to drive clarity and focus across a broad portfolio of initiatives Cross-Functional Integration: Design and manage how the TRS team interfaces with key stakeholders across the company (Finance, Government Relations, Strategic Growth, etc.), ensuring effective collaboration, information flow, and alignment Executive Operations: Prepare and facilitate TRS-related content for executive meetings, All Hands, and offsites—driving agenda setting, action tracking, and execution against key decisions Governance Structure: Own and drive business rhythm for the TRS team, including quarterly QBRs, strategic planning, internal business reviews, and team communications Stakeholder Management: Represent the TRS SVP in internal forums, ensuring that communication is aligned, timely, and driving the desired outcomes with the broader division and Anduril leadership Project & Initiative Leadership: Lead high-impact, cross-functional strategic initiatives from ideation through to execution and measurement WHO YOU ARE You possess a track record of demonstrated success as a Chief of Staff or in a comparable COO-like capacity, providing critical strategic and operational support to senior executives. Your communication skills are unparalleled, particularly in executive writing, where you excel at distilling intricate concepts into digestible, actionable recommendations and communications. You are a master at leading and executing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, consistently delivering impactful results on time and within scope. Your organizational prowess is matched by your systems-thinking approach, ensuring that no detail is overlooked and that initiatives are driven to full completion. Highly emotionally intelligent, you inspire trust and maintain the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality when managing sensitive information. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 8+ years of progressive professional experience, with at least 5-7years ideally in strategic operations, business leadership, management consulting, or supporting senior executives in high-growth, complex environments. Demonstrated success in a Chief of Staff, Chief Operating Officer, or similar executive leadership support role, with a proven track record of transformative contributions. You are recognized as an authority in executive strategy, operational excellence, and organizational effectiveness. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree (e.g., MBA, MS) or other advanced degree. Experience in the defense, aerospace, or advanced technology sectors. Familiarity with scaling operations within a rapidly growing technology company. Experience in organizations with significant government relations or regulatory components. 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. 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