Full-Time
Technical Operations Engineer
Updated on 3/14/2025
Anduril
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous systems for defense applications
Compensation Overview
$95.2k - $142.8kAnnually
Mid, Senior
Atlanta, GA, USA
US Top Secret Clearance Required
- Technical or associate degree in aerospace/UAS (or related) field
- Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with tools and electronics
- Familiarity with basic computer networking concepts
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills
- Proven ability to master a technical system and support it in austere environments; must demonstrate an innate drive to be self-sufficient across the breadth of a technical system
- Extensive hands-on (field operations, manufacturing, or test) technical experience
- Hands-on professional experience working with UAV’s or equivalent military experience as a UAV operator, maintenance technician, or Crew Chief
- Demonstrated understanding of flight operations, aircraft systems, and sensors
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems in unstructured situations at the interface of hardware, software, and operations in pursuit of mission success
- Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams and external customers; demonstrated ability to collect differing opinions and reconcile them in order to achieve agreement on what ‘right’ looks like
- Experience working in unstructured situations at the interface of hardware, software, and networking; ability to drive challenging and vague technical problems to clarity and resolution
- Experience performing data-driven root cause analysis on complex systems
- Strong computer and documentation experience
- Demonstrated ability to train peers or customers on the operation of a product
- Willingness to travel up to 80%, including occasional deployments for up to two months at a time
- Able to work extended hours as required
- Must be able to obtain and maintain 14 CFR Part 107 and 14 CFR 61 Ground School
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a FAA Class II Medical
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
- Own event planning and execution
- Assemble aircraft and sub-systems
- Become proficient in ground station software
- Become proficient in ALTIUS Launcher Systems
- Become subject matter expert (SME) on ALTIUS platforms
- Pilot aircraft via waypoint navigation and manual control
- Conduct mission planning
- Support ground testing events
- Travel to various test sites and ranges to conduct flight operations
- Work with multiple internal organizations to plan test events and lead the successful execution of those test events
- Responsible for conducting pre-flight briefings and post-flight debriefings
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or related discipline
- Prior military or overseas contracting experience
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix OS; comfortable obtaining data from software platforms using command-line tools
Anduril Industries develops autonomous systems for military and security applications, focusing on solutions for government and commercial clients. Its main product, the Lattice platform, integrates various air, land, and sea vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, allowing them to operate together effectively. Anduril stands out from competitors by continuously innovating and integrating new technologies into its offerings. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions across multiple domains.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Series G
Total Funding
$6.2B
Headquarters
Orange, California
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Increased demand for AI-driven defense solutions boosts Anduril's market opportunities.
- Expansion of defense manufacturing facilities enhances Anduril's production capabilities.
- Growing focus on counter-drone technology opens new contract opportunities for Anduril.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from companies like Scale AI threatens Anduril's market share.
- Geopolitical risks arise from Anduril UK's supply of loitering munitions to Ukraine.
- Significant investment in new facilities could strain financial resources if demand falters.
What makes Anduril unique
- Anduril's Lattice platform integrates autonomous systems for seamless ISR missions.
- The company offers a diverse range of air, land, and sea autonomous vehicles.
- Anduril's focus on cutting-edge defense technology sets it apart in the industry.
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Benefits
Full Family Health Coverage
16 Weeks Paid Leave for All Caregivers
Family Planning & Support
Incentivized Time Off
Mental Health Resources
Financial Planning
Unlimited Provisions
Professional Development
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↑ 4%2 year growth
↑ 5%The contract builds on Anduril's previous $200 million award to develop a counter-UAS engagement system for the Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS), the company says.
Anduril UK, a subsidiary of the U.S.-based Anduril Industries, is expanding its presence in the UK, aligning with the government's broader defense investment strategy.
"Thunderforge" is the DOD's flagship program and will work with Anduril, Microsoft and others to develop and deploy AI agents.
Its engineering team is now partnered with Anduril to develop a hybrid VTOL aircraft that could support increased payload and range for military operations.
Anduril also plans to spend nearly $1 billion to set up a weapons-production factory known as Arsenal-1 nearby.