2027 Early Career Finance Emerging Leadership Rotational Program

Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States Department: Templates : Early Career/New Grad

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 Anduril Finance team is looking for leaders to join its Finance Rotational Program in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of how Anduril's finance team works to connect the dots and drive the company forward. You will gain hands-on experience across four core finance teams: Growth Operations, Program Finance, SG&A Finance, and Corporate Finance, and establish a foundational knowledge base and critical skills that will be a springboard for your career. We are looking for problem solvers with impeccable analytical abilities and a high degree of adaptability. If you are a highly motivated recent grad who is eager to learn and make a visible impact, this program is for you.

The program begins in August 2027 with a cohort of 5.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Rotate through four key finance teams over 12 months (~3 months each): Growth Operations, Program Finance, SG&A Finance, and Corporate Finance. You'll build financial models, manage significant department budgets, track program performance against targets, and contribute to the monthly close and forecast processes, providing analyses that inform executive decision-making.

Translate complex financial data into actionable insights through executive presentations, dashboards, and written reports. You'll present findings in regular team syncs and monthly business reviews, making recommendations that drive strategic initiatives. Develop your storytelling skills by learning to communicate the “so what” behind the numbers to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Join a cohort of 5 high-potential early-career professionals with access to structured mentorship from finance leaders (e.g., monthly 1:1s), dedicated skill-building workshops, and on-the-job training (e.g., financial modeling, data visualization, executive presence).

Drive measurable improvements in day-to-day operations, collaborating on cross-functional projects with Growth, Program Management, Engineering, and Operations teams. Through this, you'll establish a deep understanding of how finance partners across the business.

Successfully complete the 12-month program through demonstrated financial acumen, stakeholder collaboration, and project delivery, while receiving regular feedback. Program participants are expected to graduate into full-time roles and hit the ground running within Finance while providing continuity and mentorship for our next cohort of emerging leaders.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Must be pursuing or have recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on program.

Able to start full time in August 2027.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a firm grasp of fundamental corporate finance and accounting principles learned through coursework.

High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and financial modeling.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a natural ability to collaborate and build relationships in a fast-paced team environment.

Prior internship experience in a corporate finance, FP&A, accounting, or financial services role.

Demonstrated leadership potential through extracurricular activities, academic projects, or work experience.

Familiarity with financial systems such as Salesforce or other ERP/EPM software (e.g., Anaplan, Oracle).

US Salary Range

$78,000—$104,000 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:

Benefits

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. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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