Senior Operations and Sustainment Engineer

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

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. As our team continues to rapidly expand, we are looking for motivated candidates inspired to join an exceptionally energetic, creative, and innovative group passionate about autonomous surface vessels and exploring the open ocean. We operate in a highly dynamic environment where collaboration and idea-sharing define our culture. We’re seeking a Senior Operations and Sustainment Engineer to join Anduril’s cutting-edge startup environment, driving forward the state-of-the-possible in surface autonomous robotics.

Requirements

Proven leader and manager with a background in maritime operations and maintenance, with technical proficiency in at least one of the following disciplines: Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Ocean Engineering.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to delegate, inspire, and foster a positive and productive work environment.
Ability to adapt quickly and learn in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, and rapidly progress to in field expert in support of internal field test engineers and external government customers.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems in unstructured situations and identify the right personnel mix to ensure mission success.
Ability to develop complex operational and logistics plans to move people and things effectively, over long distances, in unfamiliar locations.
Extensive hands-on (field operations, systems administration, or test) technical experience.
Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams and government customers; demonstrated ability to collect differing opinions and reconcile them in order to achieve agreement.
Willingness to travel (~25-35%), including significant time spent offshore on vessels of all sizes.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience developing high level/strategic plans that support company objectives and government customer needs in the pursuit of deploying, fielding, and operating robotic system or family of systems.
Demonstrated experience developing, maintaining, and executing operational procedures for a diverse set of equipment and systems.
Experience with government acquisition and reporting processes and government contracts.
Merchant Marine or US Navy operational experience
Strong mechanical aptitude with tools and electronics
Experience interfacing with government customers

Responsibilities

Maritime Operational Planning:
Lead site surveys to identify operational and logistical needs and maintain readiness across multiple concurrent programs and sites, including vessel and site security
Support operational logistics across multiple autonomous surface vessels (ASVs)
Coordinate closely with engineering, software, and autonomy teams to plan and resource deployments
Interface with supply chain and external suppliers to assure availability of required assets
Maintain proactive relationships with external partners, regulators, suppliers, and service providers
Planning with supply chain to ensure vessel support equipment is allocated to support the correct projects
Ensure safe and timely vessel operations, including development of Vessel Safety Management Plans and Vessel Security Plans
Sustainment:
Lead the planning and execution oversight of vessel maintenance and repair
Ensure operational availability of deployed assets through logistical and spare parts planning, including consumables tracking and replenishment
Act as primary logistics point of contact, establishing and managing relationships with pier-side and port service partners.
Orchestrate large deliveries (vehicle, conex, spares, etc.), as well as pier-side support ops, including fueling, utilities, and maintenance
On call to pull together short notice requests/needs
Facilitate clear communication between onsite teams and internal stakeholders

Benefits

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.