Technical Operations Engineer

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.

Joining the Technical Operations team, you will be at the sharp end of deploying and supporting Anduril’s cutting-edge unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Collaborating closely with the Mission Operations team, you will play a pivotal role in the early stages of product life cycles, including live demonstrations, training, and customer deployments. As a Technical Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for mastering, maintaining, and operating a comprehensive suite of unmanned aircraft systems globally. A key part of your role will be leading cross-functional teams in challenging environments, often with limited support, to ensure mission success.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead as Launcher Specialist/Crew Chief, overseeing event planning and execution, assembling aircraft and sub-systems, and mastering Ground Control Station software and ALTIUS Launcher Systems
• Serve as Aircraft Operator/Instructor Operator, piloting aircraft through waypoint navigation and manual control, conducting mission planning, and supporting ground testing events
• Collaborate with internal teams to plan and lead successful test events, conducting pre-flight briefings and post-flight debriefings
• Demonstrate flexibility and the willingness to pivot to other functions as required by shifting organisational priorities or urgent mission needs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in mechanical and technical tasks with a strong grasp of tools and electronics
• Understanding of basic computer networking concepts
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational and communication abilities
• Ability to independently master and support complex technical systems in challenging environments
• Substantial hands-on technical experience in field operations, manufacturing, or testing
• Professional background in UAV operations, maintenance, or as a Crew Chief, with a comprehensive understanding of flight operations, aircraft systems, and sensors
• Proven problem-solving skills at the intersection of hardware, software, and operations, with a focus on mission success
• Experience in collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams and external customers
• Ability to perform data-driven root cause analysis on complex systems
• Strong computer proficiency and documentation skills
• Experience in training others on product and/or deployment operations
• Willingness to travel extensively, including up to two-month deployments
• Eligibility to obtain relevant aviation certifications and full medical clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering or a related discipline
• Technical or associate degree in aerospace/UAS or a related field
• Prior military or international contracting experience
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix OS and command-line tools

UK Salary Range

£84,000—£126,000 GBP

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:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
  • For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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