Full-Time
Technical Operations Engineering
C2, Electrical Focus
Updated on 3/13/2025
Anduril
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous systems for defense applications
Compensation Overview
$112k - $168kAnnually
Senior, Expert
Newport Beach, CA, USA
California based; comfortable working with a distributed team.
US Top Secret Clearance Required
- California based; comfortable working with a distributed team
- Extensive hands-on (field operations, systems administration) technical experience
- 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 performing data-driven root cause analysis on complex systems
- Demonstrated ability to train peers or customers on the operation of a product
- Experience working within Linux based operating systems
- Up to 50% travel, to include travel to remote and/or austere environments for up to 1 month at a time
- Experience overcoming intricate software complexities to deliver successful outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to serve as a technical subject matter expert on the setup, maintenance and sustainment of complex hardware systems in DoD or commercial environments
- Independently execute basic maintenance and hardware component swap operations should systems or subsystems fail; travel to customer deployment sites with limited notice to fix critical system failures
- Knowledge of commercial satellite communication pathways and associated equipment
- Ability to logically troubleshoot RF communications equipment and network systems
- Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance
- Prepare, execute, and provide unwavering support for intricate product installations within highly secure environments
- Serve as a bridge between the product engineering and deployment operations organizations
- Practice extreme ownership of all dependencies to ensure total mission success in all environments
- Work alongside a product development team to shape and deploy a solution of maximum effectiveness and reliability
- Participate in customer demonstrations, events, and early deployments of Anduril’s integrated C2 products
- Inform product development efforts based on knowledge gained in deployments
- Holistically support end-to-end customer success
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
- Hold a DoD 8570 IAT Level 1 or 2 certification
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Experience installing, sustaining, and troubleshooting data systems for DoD or otherwise sensitive customers
- Familiarity with DoD-managed network enclaves (NIPR, SIPR, etc.)
- Military service background
- Experience with military voice and data line-of-sight and beyond-line-of-sight communications capabilities, to include but not limited to HF, VHF, and UHF
- Familiarity with the operation, configuration, and maintenance of currently-fielded military transceivers and receivers used in tactical and non-tactical environments
- Understanding and skill to configure and maintain a wide variety of Type I encryption devices
- Technical expertise in computer networking, to include understanding of hardware and software interconnection
Anduril Industries develops advanced autonomous systems for military and security purposes, focusing on providing solutions to government and commercial clients, particularly in the defense sector. The company's main product is the Lattice platform, a software system that integrates various autonomous air, land, and sea vehicles designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. This platform enables these systems to operate together effectively, ensuring persistent awareness in challenging environments. Anduril's product range includes autonomous air systems like the Roadrunner and Fury, as well as underwater vehicles such as the Dive LD, which are used for inspections and surveys. Unlike many competitors, Anduril emphasizes the integration of its systems and continuous technological updates. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing comprehensive security solutions across multiple domains.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Series G
Total Funding
$6B
Headquarters
Orange, California
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Anduril's market potential.
- Partnerships with tech giants enhance Anduril's AI integration capabilities.
- Expansion of defense budgets in NATO countries supports Anduril's growth.
What critics are saying
- Competition from companies like Scale AI threatens Anduril's market share.
- Regulatory hurdles may challenge international collaborations with Mahindra Group.
- Political scrutiny in the UK could impact Anduril's operations and reputation.
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 AI-driven ISR capabilities sets it apart in defense technology.
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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
↑ 3%1 year growth
↑ 4%2 year growth
↑ 5%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.
Anduril plans to build a $900 million facility in Pickaway County that will eventually employ 4,000 people.