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Anduril Industries · 6 hours ago

Technical Operations Engineer, Ground Based Air Defense

Morrisville, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$87K/yr - $116K/yr

3+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Technical Operations Engineer will deploy and support Anduril’s products globally, tackle complex technical issues, and ensure high availability and performance of air defense systems.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support military air defense projects by executing technical operations, conducting field maintenance, providing customer field support and training

Tackle complex issues related to hardware, software, and networking in unstructured situations, driving them to resolution

Communicate field issue status to internal and customer teams, keeping them informed

Support the development and implementation of comprehensive operational and logistical plans for various events

Ensure high availability and performance of air defense systems

Maintain support plans for hardware and software

Assist in event planning and resource allocation, keeping key stakeholders informed about Technical Operations requirements

Incident response root-cause analyses (RCAs) for defense systems in the field

Conduct post-incident reviews and implement preventive measures

Maintain up-to-date documentation

Qualification

Mechanical aptitudePreventative maintenanceProblem solvingNetwork+ certificationLinux+ certificationTower climbingFiber systems experienceRF systems experienceOperational planningMilitary experience

Required

3+ years of experience of strong problem solving in unstructured environments at the interface of hardware, software, and networking

Ability to climb towers to install, maintain, and repair sensor equipment and components including cameras, radars, and Pan Tilt Units (PTU)

Strong mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and repair critical site infrastructure including generators, solar power systems, and hydraulic systems

Experience performing preventative maintenance on tower structure components including guy wires, anchors, lightning protection systems and other structural elements to ensure structural integrity and safety

Ability to meet health and medical requirements in advance of deployments in accordance with DFARS 252.225-7040, DoDI 3020.41, and/or any additional requirements outlined by region or supporting force, as applicable

Ability to travel to remote regions of the world for up to two months at a time (up to 80% of the year)

Ability to relocate, if not already local to be onsite in Morrisville, NC

Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret/Secret clearance

Preferred

B.S. in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science, or related technical field

Network+ and Linux+ or equivalent experience preferred

Prior tower climbing experience with relevant certifications (Tower Climbing, OSHA 10/30)

Experience with Fiber and RF systems (PtP, PtMP, mesh), understanding basic antenna concepts & spectrum analysis

Terminating power cables with NEMA connectors or RJ45 connectors

Ability to lift 50-70 lbs

Experience operating specialized equipment including aerial lifts and forklifts

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Ability to develop complex operational and logistics plans to move people and things quickly, over long distances, in unfamiliar locations

Prior military or overseas contracting experience

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.

Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.

Annual reimbursement for professional development

Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Available depending on role eligibility.