Technical Operations Engineer, Mission Autonomy

About this role

Anduril Industries seeks a Technical Operations Engineer to deploy and support Mission Autonomy systems worldwide, troubleshooting hardware, software, and networking challenges in field environments. You'll provide hands-on technical support, customer training, and feedback to engineering teams while managing complex defense technology deployments.

What you'll do

• Deploy and maintain Mission Autonomy systems globally, including hardware setup, software configuration, and customer field support
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues spanning hardware, software, and networking in unstructured field conditions
• Administer Linux systems, manage containerized environments (Kubernetes, Docker), and handle electrical components
• Conduct incident response root-cause analyses and implement preventive measures for defense systems
• Coordinate with internal teams and customers on deployment planning, operational logistics, and field status updates
• Train users on system employment and provide recommendations for product improvements to engineering teams

What they're looking for

• Linux system administration
• Kubernetes and Docker containerization
• Hardware troubleshooting and field maintenance
• IP networking fundamentals
• Hands-on technical problem-solving
• Root-cause analysis and incident response
• Cross-functional team collaboration
• Technical documentation

Benefits

• Salary range: $113,000–$155,000 USD
• Work on cutting-edge autonomous defense technology
• Global deployment opportunities
• On-site position in Costa Mesa, California
• Potential for security clearance sponsorship