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Anduril Industries · 2 weeks ago

Operations Associate - Technical Projects

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$146K/yr - $194K/yr

3+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Operations Associate will tackle high-leverage problems, working across various teams to improve operational efficiency and drive solutions that scale.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Own and deliver cross-functional initiatives from zero to one, from framing the problem to executing on a chosen solution

Operate across both hardware and software, bringing solutions to problems across Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Operations, Finance, HR, Recruiting, and more

Work deeply within Anduril’s business systems (including our ERP, MRP, and MES) to develop a clear understanding of how data and processes flow across the company

Develop analytics and tooling that shape decision-making, ranging from scrappy, ad hoc Excel data crunching to scalable data pipelines and dashboards

Project manage across teams, leading meetings of large and small groups and managing digital communication channels to direct stakeholders towards solutions

Partner with senior leaders to bring structure, insight, and velocity to Anduril’s highest-priority operational challenges

Qualification

Data-drivenTechnical systemsProject managementCross-functional collaborationStrategic thinkingComfortable in ambiguityBuilder mentalityEffective communicationSelf-driven

Required

3+ years of experience in consulting, business operations, strategy, or engineering/technical roles

You're technical—you are data-driven, understand systems, and know how to communicate with engineering and product teams

You're strategic—you zoom out to define frameworks, build business cases, and integrate solutions into broader company initiatives

You're a builder—you'd rather design and implement a better solution than patch around a broken one

You're self-driven and proactive—your bias is for action rather than delay

You're comfortable in ambiguity—you get energy from untangling complex, messy problems

You're clear—you communicate effectively, including in both technical and non-technical contexts

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Preferred

Experience with technical systems in hardware + software environments (e.g., data warehouses, analytics tooling, manufacturing systems, etc.)

Exposure to classified or regulated workflows

Background working in cross-functional, fast-paced environments without a playbook

Benefits

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

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

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.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.