2026 Total Rewards/People Operations Specialist - Early Career Rotation Program

About this 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><h4 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">About the Job</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">The Anduril People team is looking for emerging leaders to join its Rotational Program in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of how Anduril's People team works to attract, develop, and support the company's most critical asset — its people. Over 18 months, you'll rotate across core People functions, building a foundational knowledge base and critical skills that will be a springboard for your career in human resources.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">We are looking for problem solvers with strong analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and a high degree of empathy. If you are a highly motivated recent grad who is eager to learn and make a visible impact on employee experience, this program is for you.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>This program offers two distinct rotational tracks under the People organization: </strong></p> <ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Track 1 — Total Rewards:</strong> Rotations through Shared Services, Compensation, and Global Benefits.</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Track 2 — People Operations:</strong> Rotations through Shared Services, People Systems, and Global Mobility & Compliance.</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Both tracks share the same program structure (three 6-month rotations over 18 months), mentorship model, and early-career development experience described below.</p> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">What You'll Do (Both Tracks)</h4> <ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Rotate through three key People teams over 18 months (~6 months each). You'll support core People processes, contribute to HR system data integrity, and provide analyses and support that enhance the employee experience.</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Translate complex People data into actionable insights through reports, dashboards, and presentations. You'll present findings in regular team syncs and contribute to strategic HR planning, making recommendations that drive improvements in equity, program utilization, and operational efficiency. You'll develop your communication skills by learning to convey the "so what" behind HR metrics to both People and non-People stakeholders.</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Join a cohort of high-potential early-career professionals with access to structured mentorship from People leaders (e.g., monthly 1:1s) and dedicated on-the-job skill-building workshops (e.g., compensation analysis, benefits compliance, HRIS systems, employee relations).</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Drive measurable improvements in day-to-day People operations, collaborating on cross-functional projects with Finance, Legal, Payroll, and business teams. Through this, you'll establish a deep understanding of how People partners across the business to enable mission success.</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Successfully complete the 18-month program through demonstrated HR 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 the People team, while providing continuity and mentorship for our next cohort of emerging leaders.</li> </ul> <hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5"> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold">Track 1 — Total Rewards Rotation Program Specialist </h3> <h4 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">Rotation Details</h4> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Rotation 1: Shared Services (6 Months)</strong> Build a foundation in People Operations…