Onboarding, Engagement & Development Specialist

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.

As the Onboarding and Engagement Specialist at Anduril, your main responsibility is to ensure a productive and welcoming onboarding experience for new hires. You will also play a key role in our employee experience and Learning & Development by fostering a positive company culture. You’ll help new employees embrace our ways of working and lay the foundation that will allow our employees to thrive in their work. In this role, you will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of the onboarding program in collaboration with internal stakeholders, taking full ownership of the onboarding program. Additionally, you will be responsible for Learning & Development Program coordination, Learning content development and managing and creating learning programs on Cornerstone and LinkedIn Learning.

Locations:

• Columbus, OH
  
  

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of the onboarding program in collaboration with internal stakeholders, taking full ownership of the program.
• Act as the primary liaison for incoming employees, offering guidance, addressing concerns, and providing support throughout their onboarding.
• Proactively identify areas for improvement within the onboarding process, content localization, driving innovative strategies or tools to elevate its effectiveness and efficiency.
• Foster robust relationships with hiring managers and departments, taking charge of ensuring a streamlined and efficient onboarding experience aligned with company standards.
• Develop, refine, and maintain comprehensive onboarding materials, checklists, and documentation reflecting the latest company policies, procedures, and resources.
• Conduct engaging and informative orientation sessions for new hires, instilling a deep understanding of the company culture, values, and performance expectations.
• Collaborate closely with the People Operations team and L&D Team taking ownership of seamlessly integrating onboarding within Greenhouse Onboarding and the broader People processes and policies.
• Monitor and track new employee progress during onboarding, ensuring the completion of all necessary training and procedural requirements.
• Execute and analyze employee pulse surveys for first 30/60/90 days.
• Provide sustained support, mentorship, and resource guidance to new hires, actively aiding their assimilation into teams and adeptly navigating any challenges they may face.
• Create employee experience and engagement opportunities and execute projects intended to increase employee involvement and motivation at the company.
• Assist in creating content for employee learning and development and manage content on Cornerstone LMS.
  
  

Traits And Experience

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in onboarding or people operations, with previous management experience preferred.
• Ability to be critical and constructive—you know how to give feedback to others and encourage everyone to do their best work.
• Strong knowledge of onboarding processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Ability to function independently and problem-solve with minimal or no direction.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accurate and thorough completion of all onboarding tasks.
• Proficient in using Cornerstone HRIS and Greenhouse Onboarding and other people systems and in reporting and analyzing onboarding data.
• Understanding of different learning formats including synchronous & asynchronous learning as well as video conference as a delivery channel.
• Experience with audience engagement tools such as Slido & Mentimeter.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with employees at all levels.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.
  
  

US Salary Range

$76,000—$101,000 USD

Healthcare Benefits

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:

• 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.
  
  

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