Developmental Operations Technician

Anduril Industries; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity grants for full-time employees

Job summary

Anduril Industries seeks a skilled DevOps Technician in McHenry, Illinois, to support solid rocket motor research and development. This position involves overseeing rocket hardware integration and energetic materials while ensuring quality control and compliance with safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will exhibit strong hardware integration skills and have experience in rocket systems. The salary range for this role is $53,000 to $69,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends as required.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance may be required.
• Comprehensive understanding of hardware integration principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper assembly, installation, and testing of rocket hardware.
• Develop and implement integration procedures and quality control.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware integration issues.

Skills

Hardware integration principles

Proficiency with hand tools

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

The Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (ARMS) team is on a mission to build next generation solid rocket motors for a safer, more connected world. To achieve our vision of becoming a large‑volume provider of tactical rocket motors, we will develop differentiated products and services that maximize our customers’ capabilities, and we will establish and maintain a reputation of Quality and Reliability.

As a DevOps Technician, you will support Anduril’s solid rocket motor research, development, and manufacturing efforts.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced technician to join our cutting‑edge rocket and energetics team. This role will assist the Production Team play a crucial inoverseeing the integration of hardware components for rocket systems and energetic materials.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Ensure proper assembly, installation, and testing of rocket hardware and energetic materials
• Develop and implement integration procedures and quality control measures
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware integration issues as they arise
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including design, manufacturing, and test engineers
• Maintain accurate documentation of integration processes and test results
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations related to rocket systems and energetics

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends as required
• US citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance may be required
• Proficient in the use of various hand tools and precision instruments.
• Comprehensive understanding of hardware integration principles, techniques, and best practices.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of experience in hardware integration for rocket systems or similar hardware integration applications
• Strong knowledge of energetic materials and their handling procedures
• Excellent problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.

US Salary Range: $53,000—$69,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril’s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.