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Crisis Management Lead

Anduril - Washington, DC, United States - In-office - posted 2026-10-06

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Salary: USD 112,000 - 149,000 / annual

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company transforming U.S. and allied military capabilities through advanced technology, AI, autonomy, and computer vision. The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) team develops and implements programs protecting people, facilities, and operations while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. As Crisis Management Lead, you will support the Crisis Management Manager in enhancing crisis preparedness and response capabilities. This role is instrumental in developing and implementing Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) to ensure organizational readiness for potential emergencies. You will work cross-functionally with Facilities, Corporate Security, Legal, HR, Operations, and Engineering to build a robust crisis management framework focused on immediate safety and operational continuity. Key responsibilities include: - Supporting the design, writing, and implementation of comprehensive Emergency Response Plans and associated protocols - Contributing to the development and refinement of clear, actionable Emergency Action Plans - Facilitating training sessions, tabletop exercises, and drills related to customized crisis scenarios - Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure cohesive crisis response strategies aligned with organizational goals - Supporting coordination of responses during critical incidents, ensuring adherence to established playbooks and plans - Assisting in identifying and analyzing potential risks relevant to emergency scenarios and contributing to mitigation strategies - Supporting efforts to ensure crisis management practices meet applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices - Establishing and testing clear communication channels for emergency situations - Contributing to regular review and updates of the Crisis Management framework based on lessons learned - Coordinating with occupational safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental compliance colleagues to reflect site-specific hazards This position requires availability outside standard business hours to support live incidents, drills, and exercises, and occasional travel between Anduril sites. REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Security Management, Business Administration, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience - 3–5 years of experience in crisis management, emergency preparedness, or related field focused on incident response - Demonstrated ability to understand and contribute to the development of emergency response plans with a proactive mindset toward organizational goals - Solid analytical and problem-solving skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to clearly articulate procedures - Ability to work effectively in a team environment - Ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearances - Must qualify as a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or asylee/refugee) due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information, technology, and facilities under ITAR/EAR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Familiarity with developing and executing Emergency Action Plans - Familiarity with crisis management software and tools - Certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or similar - Exposure to broader EH&S disciplines (occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or environmental compliance)

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