Technical Operations Team Lead, Bolt

Anduril Industries • Costa Mesa, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Technical Operations team for TRS, you will play a critical role in bridging product engineering and deployed operations. You will be involved in unmanned air vehicle development programs, using your technical and operational expertise to deliver reliable solutions in challenging, remote environments. As the lead for the Bolt team, you will be at the intersection of technical expertise and leadership, driving a growing team of Technical Operations Engineers as they tackle worldwide deployments and capture the product’s first Program of Record. You will interact directly with Business Line and Division leadership, being trusted to give your opinion and provide a roadmap to mitigate friction and ensure success in a fast-paced, high stakes environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience of strong problem solving in unstructured environments at the interface of hardware, software, and networking, preferably in a leadership role
• Strong mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and repair critical site product components and infrastructure.
• Demonstrated understanding of flight operations, aircraft systems, and sensors
• Willingness to work with energetic material (warheads)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team
• Willingness to travel up to 80%
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret/Secret security clearance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain 14 CFR Part 107
• This position is based in Costa Mesa, CA, and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work

Nice To Haves

• Degree in aerospace engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, or related field
• Experience with weapon systems for manned aircraft, UAS, or missiles
• Experience with munitions live fire testing or munitions handling
• Experience with VTOL quad copter air systems
• Demonstrated coding experience in Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages (NixOS and Rust preferred)
• Background in military deployments with Special Operations Forces, or to hazard zones.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team through worldwide operational deployments while building process and forecasting future growth
• Support military aviation projects by executing flight 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
• Drive events as the SME of the product, advising customers on operational employment and best practices
• 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
• 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 air systems in the field
• Conduct post-incident reviews and implement preventive measures
• Maintain up-to-date documentation

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed