Anduril Industries · 1 day ago
Senior Product Operations Engineer, Space
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$129K/yr - $171K/yr
6+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking a Senior Product Operations Engineer to operate and maintain a classified networking capability for the United States Space Force, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support end-users and ensure operational readiness.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage and grow a team of Product Operations Engineers for a new operational system provided to a DoD customer
Develop, design, and establish processes, workflow automations, and tooling capabilities to support end-users of a globally distributed system from a secure Anduril-owned facility
Serve as a systems administration SME, especially with Linux systems and configurations
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness of newly deployed locations or features and provide persistent monitoring of the existing capability baseline
Provide real time response, rapid resolution, and root causing complex issues across code and backing infrastructure within an air-gapped network
Maximize operational capability efficiency through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting with little supervision and the ability to escalate when appropriate
Qualification
Required
Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
6+ years of experience in classified networking infrastructure and operations
Experience with device configuration, basic troubleshooting, and incident triage
Strong communication and documentation skills
Strong initiative in managing your own work in isolated secure environments
Experience with Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc
Comfort with communicating complex thoughts simply across various methods of communication and tools
Enthusiasm towards transforming US and allied military capabilities with advanced technology in space environments
Little to no travel required, but opportunities to travel to end-user locations will be provided
Preferred
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance
Experience leading teams supporting distributed operational capabilities for mission critical US Government systems
Experience with software-defined networking and distributed mesh networking. Extensive technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including routers, switches (layer 2/3), firewalls, remote access, DNS, BGP, OSPF, VLAN, VRF, QoS, and VPN
Experience with COMSEC and HAIPE Complaint In-line type-1 network encryptors
Networking certifications like CCNA
Familiarity with Space Domain Awareness data and systems
Knowledge of Anduril's Lattice OS and its capabilities
Experience with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
Benefits
Healthcare 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
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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