Mission Operations Engineer, Intelligence Systems

Anduril • Reston, VA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Anduril Intelligence Systems (AIS) is focused on positioning Anduril as a lead provider of specialized engineering and products for Intelligence Community (IC) customers. We work within the IC to understand their requirements, shape their concepts of operation, and deliver exquisite capability across their problem set. We aim to develop and deploy critically needed capabilities that address our customers' most pressing national security requirements. We are seeking an ambitious, highly technical Mission Operations Engineer to lead the deployment, system integration, user training, and day-to-day operational success. This is an execution-focused role designed for a highly capable, technically-minded professional ready to take immense ownership of a critical, fast-growing defense account.

Requirements

• Mission-First Mindset: You put the needs of the customer and the mission first. You are motivated by the opportunity to radically evolve national and allied defense capabilities.
• Adaptability: You thrive in unstructured environments. You are a self-starter who can work independently, solve vague technical problems, and drive tasks to completion without constant supervision.
• Collaboration & Low-Ego: You enjoy working as part of a flat, fast-moving team that values teamwork, action, and execution over hierarchy.
• Relevant Training Experience: Experience in training operators and administrators of communications devices.
• Software & Systems Literacy: Strong technical aptitude with a proven ability to configure software, troubleshoot systems, and understand IP networking, APIs, and data integration. (Heavy hardware deployment experience is not required, but a strong software/systems mindset is essential).
• Stellar Communication: Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to build immediate rapport with both tactical operators and high-ranking military stakeholders.
• Must be willing to travel up to 30% in this role.
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Military/Defense Background: Prior military service (tactical ops, signals, intelligence, or C2)
• Academic Background: Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate System Deployments: Lead the technical configuration, deployment, and integration
• Train the Operator: Design and deliver hands-on training to military, security, and tactical operators
• Bridge the Gap to Engineering: Work side-by-side with operators to understand their specific workflow challenges, translating real-world operational requirements and software bugs back to our engineering teams.
• Drive Account Success on the Ground: Build trust-based relationships with military officers, technical stakeholders, and end-users to ensure high system adoption and help uncover future mission needs.
• Cross-Functional Execution: Collaborate closely with program management as well as engineering and legal teams to ensure seamless project delivery.

Benefits

• 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: Benefits At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level