Strategic Real Estate, Execution & Portfolio Management

Strategic Real Estate, Execution & Portfolio Management at Anduril Industries is a high‑visibility role that drives the acquisition, development, and optimization of our critical real‑estate assets in Costa Mesa, California, United States. As the lead strategist, you will shape the spatial footprint that enables Anduril’s cutting‑edge defense technology programs, ensuring every lease and transaction aligns with long‑term business goals and financial performance. Your decisions will directly influence the speed at which new labs, testing facilities, and production lines come online, amplifying our impact on national security and industry innovation. Reporting to the VP of Global Real Estate, you will partner with cross‑functional leaders in finance, operations, and engineering, positioning yourself for rapid advancement into senior portfolio leadership or global real‑estate strategy roles.

- Lead end‑to‑end lease negotiations, structuring agreements that balance cost efficiency with operational flexibility.
- Manage the full lifecycle of real‑estate transactions, from site selection and 3D modeling to due diligence, financing, and closing.
- Develop and maintain a data‑driven portfolio dashboard, integrating lease terms, occupancy metrics, and financial KPIs to inform strategic decisions.
- Collaborate with finance to model cash‑flow impacts, ROI, and risk assessments for each acquisition or disposition.
- Drive execution of capital projects, coordinating architects, contractors, and internal stakeholders to meet tight program timelines.
- Ensure compliance with local zoning, environmental regulations, and corporate sustainability standards.
- Mentor junior analysts, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and proactive problem‑solving.

Anduril Industries offers a dynamic, mission‑focused culture where bold ideas are turned into real‑world solutions. You’ll join a fast‑growing team that values curiosity, collaboration, and relentless execution—qualities that empower you to shape the future of defense technology. Benefit from continuous learning programs, mentorship from industry veterans, and exposure to emerging trends such as autonomous systems and AI‑driven security platforms. This role places you at the nexus of real‑estate strategy and high‑tech innovation, providing a unique platform to influence both Anduril’s growth trajectory and the broader industry landscape.