Technical Operations Engineer, USMC

About the role

This role operates within Anduril's Deployment Operations group on the Air Defense team. The position is based in Costa Mesa and requires onsite presence, with no remote or hybrid flexibility. The scope covers deployment, maintenance, and field support for defense technology products globally.

Software engineers turn product ideas into working code. Engineers work in small teams, review each other's work, and ship in small batches. Most teams follow agile practices such as sprints and daily standups. Engineers also write tests, fix bugs, and improve performance. The field values clear communication as much as technical skill. Engineers spend part of every week on planning, code review, and debugging, not just writing new code. The ability to explain a technical decision in plain words separates strong engineers from the rest.

Key facts

What you'll do

Support military air defense projects by deploying Anduril's products and enabling mission readiness in the field.

Ensure air defense systems remain highly available and perform reliably in operational environments.

Guide users through product usage and troubleshooting to enable effective mission support in the field.

Advise account managers on structuring operations to achieve technical success and mission alignment.

Perform post-incident reviews and implement preventive measures to reduce future disruptions.

Update documentation to reflect current configurations, procedures, and decisions for audit and continuity.

Develop and implement comprehensive operational and logistical plans for events across diverse environments.

Requirements

The posting states a pay range of $112000 to $149000.

Bring 3+ years of problem-solving experience at the interface of hardware, software, and networking in unstructured settings.

Be required to climb towers to install, maintain, and repair sensors such as cameras, radars, and Pan Tilt Units.

Troubleshoot and repair critical site infrastructure including generators, solar power systems, and hydraulic systems.

Perform preventative maintenance on tower structures including guy wires, anchors, lightning protection systems, and related elements.

Meet health and medical requirements for deployments under DFARS 252.225-7040, DoDI 3020.41, and any additional regional or force requirements.

Travel to remote regions of the world for up to two months at a time, representing up to 80% of the year.

Relocate to Costa Mesa, CA, if not already located there to be onsite.

Be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret/Secret clearance.

Nice to have

Earn a B.S. in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.

Possess Network+ and Linux+ certifications or equivalent experience.

Hold prior tower climbing experience with relevant certifications such as Tower Climbing and OSHA 10/30.

Understand Fiber and RF systems including basic antenna concepts and spectrum analysis.

Terminate power cables using NEMA connectors or RJ45 connectors.

Lift 50 70 lbs as part of maintenance and installation activities.

Operate specialized equipment including aerial lifts and forklifts.

Develop complex operational and logistics plans for rapid movement of people and cargo in unfamiliar locations.

Bring prior military or overseas contracting experience to defense operations.

Skills & tools

General technical operations in defense environments using hardware, software, and networking systems.

Field troubleshooting and incident response for high-availability systems.

Documentation and communication across engineering, product, and customer teams.

Practical notes

This role requires onsite work in Costa Mesa, with significant travel to remote regions and the ability to relocate if needed.

Physical readiness is essential to perform tower climbing and infrastructure maintenance in varied conditions.

Security clearance eligibility is mandatory for access to defense-related projects.

Good to know

Engage in fast-paced product lifecycles with responsibilities spanning deployment, iteration, and continuous improvement.

Perform root-cause analysis and preventive actions to ensure system reliability in mission-critical scenarios.

Maintain documentation and collaborate across engineering, product management, and customer-facing teams.