Technical Operations Engineer, Space Systems

Anduril Industries is seeking a highly skilled and versatile Technical Operations Engineer for its Space Systems product line. This role involves providing end-to-end support for hardware, including setup, configuration, and integration within government buildings. The engineer will troubleshoot hardware issues, configure networking environments, install servers and cabling, and coordinate electrical power systems. The position requires working directly with customers and subcontractors in the field, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Must Have

• Knowledge of electrical systems (low-voltage and high-voltage)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with customers and team members
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 75%
• Proficient with hands and tools for hardware assembly, repair, and maintenance
• Strong understanding of building codes and regulations
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong project management skills
• Proven experience in server installation, cable routing (fiber and Ethernet), and electrical coordination
• Hands-on experience with rack installation, patch panels, and cable management systems
• Excellent communication skills for working with subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance
• Able to meet health and medical requirements for deployments

Good to Have

• Experience with Linux system administration, comfortable following command-line instructions
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting networking environments, including Cisco switch/router configurations, VLANs, and routing
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical experience
• Military background and active security clearance
• Certifications: BICSI, CompTIA Server+, OSHA 30, low-voltage contractor license

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (US Roles)
• Full cost of medical insurance premiums (UK & AUS Roles)
• Annual contribution toward private health insurance (IE Roles)
• Life and disability insurance
• Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December
• Caregiver & Wellness Leave
• Coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and gestational carriers
• Free mental health resources 24/7 (therapy, life coaching)
• Legal and financial support
• Annual reimbursement for professional development
• Company-funded commuter benefits
• Relocation assistance (role eligibility dependent)
• Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax options (US Roles)
• Pension plan with employer match (UK & IE Roles)
• Superannuation plan (AUS Roles)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a highly skilled and versatile Technical Operations Engineer to join our team and support our Space Systems product line. This role is perfect for someone with a general contractor or building engineer background who is experienced in building infrastructure work. You’ll be the go-to person for the hardware aspects of our system, working directly with customers in the field and remotely to ensure seamless integration and operation within government buildings.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Provide end-to-end support for our Space Systems hardware, including setup and configuration.
• Pre-configure systems and ensure seamless integration with customer infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues in real-time, applying analytical thinking and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Follow command-line instructions to perform necessary hardware configurations.
• Configure and troubleshoot networking environments, including Cisco switch/router configurations, VLANs, and routing.
• Install, configure, and rack servers, switches, and related equipment.
• Run and terminate Ethernet and fiber optic cabling to industry standards.
• Test and certify all cabling installations.
• Coordinate installation of electrical power systems to support Space Systems hardware.
• Ensure UPS systems, PDUs, and grounding are installed correctly.
• Work with electricians to align with load requirements and safety standards.
• Ensure all installations meet local, state, and federal building/electrical codes.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
• Conduct site surveys to plan infrastructure layouts.
• Act as the point of contact with subcontractors (electricians, low-voltage installers, general contractors).
• Schedule and oversee subcontractor work to ensure quality and timelines are met.
• Provide documentation, as-built drawings, and project reports.
• Follow OSHA safety requirements for construction and electrical environments.
• Maintain compliance with TIA/EIA, BICSI, and NEC standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of electrical systems, both low-voltage and high-voltage.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field and collaborate with customers and team members.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 75%.
• Proficient in working with hands and tools to assemble, repair, and maintain technical hardware in the field.
• Strong understanding of building codes and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, coordinate, and oversee projects from start to finish.
• Proven experience in server installation, cable routing (fiber and Ethernet), and electrical coordination.
• Hands-on experience with rack installation, patch panels, and cable management systems.
• Excellent communication skills for working with subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Certifications (preferred but not required): BICSI, CompTIA Server+, OSHA 30, low-voltage contractor license.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance.
• Able 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Linux system administration, comfortable following command-line instructions.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting networking environments, including Cisco switch/router configurations, VLANs, and routing.
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical experience.
• Military background and active security clearance

WHY JOIN US

If you’re someone who thrives on hands-on technical challenges, enjoys being out in the field rather than behind a desk, and loves solving complex problems, this is the perfect role for you!

US Salary Range

$113,000 - $149,000 USD

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:

Healthcare Benefits

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: 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.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: 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.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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