Senior Contracts Manager, Workplace & Facilities

Costa Mesa, CA

About the role

<div class="content-intro"><p>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.</p></div><h3>

ABOUT

THE TEAM </h3> <p>The Real Estate, Workplace & Facilities team creates, scales, and sustains the physical environments where Anduril designs, builds, and deploys mission-critical defense technology. We oversee end-to-end real estate, design and construction, plant operations, environmental health & safety (EHS), physical security integration, and workplace services across all corporate and production facilities.<br><br></p> <h3>ABOUT THE JOB </h3> <p>We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Contracts Manager, Workplace & Facilities to manage high-dollar, complex contracts across all facilities, workplace, and real estate functions. In this role, you will own the full contract lifecycle for multi-million-dollar vendor and service agreements supporting corporate campuses and manufacturing sites. You will serve as the principal commercial strategist, lead negotiator, and compliance partner for our operations. From capital improvement projects and mechanical maintenance to daily workplace services, you will ensure our physical infrastructure scales rapidly, cost-effectively, and in strict alignment with defense and commercial compliance standards.</p> <h4>WHAT YOU’LL DO </h4> <h4><strong>Commercial Strategy & Deal Structuring</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Serve as the primary contractual and commercial advisor to Real Estate & Workplace leadership, procurement teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.</li> <li>Lead sourcing strategies, commercial evaluations, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) across all workplace and facilities functions (e.g., MEP maintenance, janitorial, security services, corporate amenities, and tenant improvements).</li> <li>Structure multi-million-dollar agreements using optimal pricing models (Fixed Price, T&M, Cost-Reimbursable) that balance speed, flexibility, and cost efficiency.</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Contract Drafting, Redlining & Negotiation</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Lead end-to-end negotiations for complex Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and vendor contracts.</li> <li>Redline commercial terms, liability provisions, indemnifications, and warranties to minimize risk and protect company interests.</li> <li>Partner with operations leads to develop robust, measurable Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and quality standards.</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Supplier Performance & Controls Governance</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Establish performance management systems and governance frameworks to track vendor adherence to contractual obligations and SLAs.</li> <li>Facilitate Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and partner with key suppliers to drive continuous operational improvement.</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Change Management & Dispute Resolution</strong></h4> <ul> <li>Manage formal change control procedures to evaluate, negotiate, and execute scope changes, equitable adjustments, and contract amendments.</li> <li>Act as lead mediator and strategist for supplier disputes, claims, cost variances, and termination procedures.</li> <li>Ensure all agreements adhere to internal governance controls, procurement policies, and relevant regulatory

requirements.</li> </ul> <h4>REQUIRED

QUALIFICATIONS </h4> <ul> <li><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contract Administration, Pre-Law, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).</li> <li><strong>Experience:</strong> 5+ years of progressive experience in commercial transactions, contract administration, or strategic sourcing, with a demonstrated history of managing multi-million-dollar services and infrastructure agreements.</li> <li><strong>Domain Knowledge:</strong> Direct experience structuring and managing operational contracts across facilities operations, real estate, plant maintenance, or workplace services.</li> <li><strong>Compliance & </strong> <strong>Negotiation:</strong> Advanced capability redlining commercial terms and conditions (T&Cs) independently, with minimal escalation.</li> <li><strong>Financial Acumen:</strong> Strong ability to analyze supplier cost breakdowns, pricing indexes, total cost of ownership (TCO), and commercial risk exposure.</li> <li><strong>Communication:</strong> Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional executives and external partners.</li> </ul> <h4>PREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS </h4> <ul> <li>Professional certifications: Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), or Project Management Professional (PMP).</li> <li>Prior contract management experience within the Aerospace, Defense, or High-Tech Manufacturing sectors.</li> <li>Familiarity with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) contractual

requirements, OSHA guidelines, and construction/lien law.</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">US Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$129,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$171,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span data-contrast="auto">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:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p> </p> <h3 class="detailElios"><strong>

Benefits</strong></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive

benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. </span><em><span data-contrast="auto">For more information, <a href="https://www.anduril.com/careers">Explore Our

Benefits</a>.</span></em></p> <p> </p> <div class="RichText column1"> <h3 class="detailElios"><strong>Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams</strong></h3> <p class="detailElios">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.</p> </div> <div class="RichText column2"> <p class="detailElios">To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:</p> <ul> <li> <p class="detailElios"><strong>No Financial Requests: </strong>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.</p> </li> <li><strong>Please always verify communications:</strong> <ul> <li>Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will <em>only</em> come from an <code>@anduril.com</code> address.</li> <li>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 <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. </li> </ul> </li> <li> <p class="detailElios"><strong>Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach:</strong> 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.</p> </li> <li> <p class="detailElios"><strong>What to Do If You Suspect Fraud:</strong> Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.</p> </li> </ul> </div> <h3> </h3> <h3><strong>Data Privacy</strong></h3> <p><span data-contrast="auto">To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit </span><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink"><a href="https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/">https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/</a></span></span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}">By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.</span></p></div>

About Anduril

Anduril Industries designs and supplies autonomous defense systems and integrated software for security and military applications. The company develops an AI-driven command-and-control platform that links sensors, unmanned vehicles across air, land, and sea, and related hardware into a cohesive operational network. Its portfolio covers unmanned aerial vehicles, counter-drone technology, undersea autonomous vehicles, and autonomous ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) platforms. Anduril also builds mission support software that helps users fuse sensor data and manage operations in real time. The company serves defense, national security, and government clients with technology solutions that emphasize autonomous operation and data integration.

Other roles at Anduril

Interested?

Let me introduce you to the founders.

Skip the process

Refer someone

Know someone great for this role?

Share your link. If they get hired through Standout, you get $3,000.

Job details

Salary

$142,000 - $188,000

Location

Costa Mesa, CA

Company

NameAnduril
IndustryAerospace
Team Size6

Funding

Total raised

$6.5B

Last stage

Series G

Investors

Andreessen Horowitz
Founders Fund
Sands Capital
Fidelity Investments
Thrive Capital

Founders

PL

Palmer Luckey

Co-founder

MG

Matt Grim

Co-founder

TS

Trae Stephens

Co-founder

LinkedIn
BS

Brian Schimpf

Co-Founder & CEO

LinkedIn
MG

Matt Grimm

Co-Founder & COO

LinkedIn
JC

Joe Chen

Co-Founder

What happens next.

No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.

01

Confirm the fit

A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.

02

I pitch you to the company

I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.

03

A meeting lands on your calendar

If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.