Director, Business Development, Electronic Warfare (Special Programs Portfolio)
Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT THE TEAM The Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) Business
Development (BD) team within the Mission Systems (MS) Division at
Anduril is responsible for identifying, shaping, capturing, and
growing new opportunities and capabilities to help shape Anduril as
a key provider for non-kinetic EW effects for DoD and other
customers. BD team members serve as the bridge between clients and
the broader Anduril team; they convey client perspectives to other
teams across the enterprise while also serving as the Anduril brand
ambassador externally. EW BD team members partner extensively with
the broader MS division team, to include engineering and program
management, to ensure that Anduril products exceed client
expectations and mission demands and to drive continuous product
improvements in response to client needs. ABOUT THE ROLE We are
looking for a Director, EW Special Programs Portfolio to lead
growth, proposal, and capture for the Electromagnetic Warfare (EW)
Business Line’s Special Counter Measures portfolio. In this role,
you will be responsible for identifying, shaping, and capturing new
Special programs (0 to 1). You will also manage an existing
portfolio of work, support the program management and engineering
teams, develop customer feedback loops, and manage customer
relationships (1 to N). This is a unique role that spans business
development, account management, and bid and proposal. We are
looking for a highly motivated individual with the capacity to
manage multiple simultaneous projects with many internal and
external stakeholders. This role is part of the EW growth team,
reports to EW Head of Growth, and will work closely with EW General
Manager and Program Managers. WHAT YOU’LL DO Develop and execute
long-term growth strategies. You’ll work with EW and company
leadership to identify new mission areas, develop entry strategies,
and execute those strategies in collaboration with stakeholders
from across the company. Grow existing business, generate new
opportunities, and capture new business. Develop a deep
understanding of existing and prospective customers, understand
current and future EW and ECM products and capabilities, and
understand the competitive landscape. Develop and execute
coordinated approaches to new business opportunities. Develop and
execute comprehensive capture campaigns. Write and Coordinate
Technical Proposals. You will lead technical proposal writing in
response to requests for information (RFI), requests for proposal
(RFP), and other solicitations. You will work with a
cross-functional team of engineers, program managers, finance,
legal, and other specialists. Support existing Programs. You will
collaborate with program managers, technical project managers,
solutions architects, and other stakeholders on program management,
account management, customer management, and program execution.
Develop and maintain relationships with Department of Defense
program offices and relevant stakeholders. Identify new business
opportunities, proactively communicate and resolve program issues,
and provide strategic direction to Anduril’s product development,
growth, delivery, engineering, and manufacturing teams. Identify
and build relationships with vendor partners. Collaborate closely
with internal stakeholders and partners. EW provides critical
capabilities to Anduril’s Family of Systems and often works with
third-party vendors to bring the best possible capabilities to our
customers. To succeed, you must collaborate closely with business
line operations, engineering leads, manufacturing, capture and
proposal, other business lines, partner companies, and customers.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Extensive experience with Special Access
Programs through government or military service, work with FFRDCs
or UARCs, or as an industry representative. Experience with
electromagnetic warfare, signals intelligence, technical
intelligence, and/or special operations. Deep familiarity with the
bid and proposal process. Minimum of 10 years of relevant
acquisition, program management, business development, mission
operations, systems architecture, and/or capture experience in
government and/or private sector in defense technology. Experience
in the technical, programmatic, and operational challenges of
developing, deploying, and sustaining complex technologies,
software, and hardware for defense applications. Ability to
identify, establish, and leverage key relationships with senior
level officials and program stakeholders within the Department of
Defense and Intelligence Community. Excellent written and verbal
communication skills with experience presenting to senior
executives and customers; ability to translate complex topics,
convince, and inspire through the written and spoken word. Capable
of succeeding in a fast-paced, ambiguous, dynamic, and creative
environment. Self-starter, comfortable working with limited
oversight. Ability to travel 25% or more. Comfortable working in a
SAPF / SCIF environment. Currently possesses and is able to
maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance with SAP
eligibility. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Advanced degrees in STEM,
international relations, or business administration. Intimate
understanding of and experience navigating the Defense Acquisition
Process. Demonstrated performance leading cross-functional teams
and managing organizational resources. US Salary Range $191,000 -
$253,000 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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