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Anduril Industries · 21 hours ago

Tactical Network Engineer

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$97K/yr - $115K/yr

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Tactical Network Engineer will lead the design and implementation of networking solutions for command and control of unmanned systems, ensuring robust and reliable network performance.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, implement, deploy, and troubleshoot networking solutions focused on Layer-1 (Physical), Layer-2 (Data), Layer-3 (Network), and Layer-4 (Transport) of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model

Design network lay-downs and configurations decomposed from complex design reference missions (DRMs) involving large scale unmanned systems and forward-deployed C2 systems

Build robust tooling for benchmarking and analyzing network traffic

Engage with stakeholders on a regular basis

Analyze test network infrastructure, develop recommendations, and implement improvements for network reliability and throughput for edge network

Build Link Budgets, Network Diagrams, Terrain Analysis reports, and Configuration files for Anduril subsystems and C2 network components

Analyze and optimize Radio Frequency (RF) configurations and network architecture to provide scalable solutions to our customers

Adapt standard Anduril product offerings to a specific customer use case. Provide input and guidance on implementation of ALTIUS to meet mission requirements

Generate new applications of our products for customers by collaborating with end users, vendors, and the internal product development team

Provide technical support for customers to create awareness of more advanced features of Anduril’s products to accomplish complex use cases

Travel to various test sites and ranges to conduct flight operations

Work with multiple internal organizations to plan test events and contribute to successful execution of those test events

Become subject matter expert (SME) on Anduril UAV products

Qualification

Networking protocolsTactical RF systemsMilitary network infrastructureCloud compute conceptsNetwork performance analysisSoft skills

Required

Experience with networking protocols and technologies, including: Ad-hoc mesh networking, Secure communication protocols - IPSec / MACSec, Software-Defined Networking / SD-WANs, Internet protocols - TCP/IP, DNS, etc., Routing protocols (small and large scale - e.g. mesh routing as well as internet-scale routing across autonomous systems)

Strong understanding of IP data including addressing schemes, IP switches/router interface, gateway functionality, TCP/UDP protocols and the best methods for transfer over data pipe

Expertise in tactical LOS and BLOS RF systems in multiple environments and between multiple platforms: SatCom, VHF + UHF, LPI/LPD and anti-jamming, MIMO, Antenna theory

In-depth understanding of Military and Public Safety tactical network infrastructure. Demonstrated familiarity with wideband networked military and commercial communication products and government contracting

Basic understanding of cloud compute concepts and mobile device management

Ability to seamlessly integrate communications products with other customer systems and maximize network performance. Knowledge of electrical and mechanical integration for when customers decide they want to integrate our products into various vehicles

Ability to understand complex communication and engineering concepts and explain them to customers in simple, understandable ways

Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and fix network performance issues through monitoring and troubleshooting systems

Ability to work independently, demonstrated initiative, and ability to interact with a variety of engineering development teams, acquisition/procurement specialists and communications and/or networking product users

Proven ability to master a technical system and support it in austere environments; must demonstrate an innate drive to be self-sufficient across the breadth of a technical system

Experience working in unstructured situations at the interface of hardware, software, and networking; ability to drive challenging and vague technical problems to clarity and resolution

Ability to travel 50%+, willingness to travel to remote regions of the world for up to one month at a time

Must possess and be able to maintain a U.S. Secret Security clearance

Preferred

Experience with existing middleware (e.g., DDS, ROS, MQTT)

Experience with network modeling and simulation tools and frameworks

Experience with electronic warfare (EW) technologies

Experience with unmanned aerial or surface systems

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.

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.