Autonomy UAV Operator: Field Deployments & Ops

Anduril; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and disability insurance

Generous PTO plans

Family planning and parenting support

Mental health resources

Professional development reimbursement

Company-funded commuter benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A cutting-edge defense technology firm in California is seeking a skilled individual to join their Maneuver Dominance Technical Operations team. The role involves bridging product engineering and operations for UAVs, requiring technical expertise in various systems and a commitment to mission success in challenging environments. Candidates must bring significant hands-on experience, especially in defense contexts, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in cross-functional teams. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience in field operations, manufacturing, or testing.
• Must have prior military or defense contractor experience.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems in unstructured situations.
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of programming and networking.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a bridge between product engineering and deployed operations.
• Ensure successful combat employment of products in austere environments.
• Support development of vehicle autonomy in test events and demonstrations.

Skills

Field operations experience

Technical problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Root cause analysis

Coding (Python, Rust, MATLAB)

IP Networking

Radio systems knowledge

Training capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or related discipline

Job description

A cutting-edge defense technology firm in California is seeking a skilled individual to join their Maneuver Dominance Technical Operations team. The role involves bridging product engineering and operations for UAVs, requiring technical expertise in various systems and a commitment to mission success in challenging environments. Candidates must bring significant hands-on experience, especially in defense contexts, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in cross-functional teams. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.