Technical Operations Engineer Trainer, EW

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Technical Operations Trainer to build technical capability across the organization and translate complex systems into scalable learning solutions.

You will own major training initiatives, work across diverse products, and ensure workforce readiness through hands‑on delivery, documentation, and continuous improvement. Expect travel and active collaboration with engineers and deployment teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical field operations or related hands-on roles.
• Proven track record as a Subject Matter Expert and trainer.
• Comfortable delivering training to groups and individuals at varying skill levels.
• Strong problem‑solving skills; ability to rapidly learn complex systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally for training and field support.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance for sensitive operations.
• Ability to handle and work with munitions.
• Meet health and medical requirements in deployment contexts.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver comprehensive training programs for Tech Ops engineers.
• Develop runbooks, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides; maintain current content.
• Lead knowledge management and documentation efforts across teams.
• Assess capabilities, identify gaps, and drive data‑driven improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, deployment ops, and mission ops to align training initiatives.

Skills

5+ years experience

Subject Matter Expert

Training delivery

Problem solving

Travel up to 50%

Security clearance eligible

Munitions handling

Health/medical readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Software/Technology

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.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Technical Operations Trainer is a senior individual contributor responsible for building technical capability across the organization. You will combine deep technical knowledge with instructional expertise to own major training initiatives within the business line. This role requires the drive to rapidly learn new systems and translate complex technical concepts into scalable learning solutions that accelerate workforce readiness

• Training Authority: You are recognized as the subject matter expert for training strategy; teams rely on your instructional frameworks and learning artifacts
• Rapid Learning Mastery: You consistently demonstrate the ability to quickly become proficient in new products and systems, developing training content that meets operational needs
• Content Adoption: Training materials, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides you develop are adopted across multiple teams and become standard references
• Performance Uplift: Measurable improvements in deployment quality, troubleshooting speed, and operational success rates are attributed to your training programs
• Knowledge Transfer Culture: You routinely share knowledge through demonstration, documentation, and structured training, preventing capability gaps
• Continuous Improvement: Training programs evolve based on field feedback, After Action Reviews, and changing operational requirements
• Safety & Quality: Training you deliver emphasizes safety culture and operational discipline, contributing to zero preventable incidents

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Training Program Development & Delivery

• End-to-End Training Frameworks: Design comprehensive training frameworks and curricula that span from onboarding through advanced technical proficiency for Tech Ops engineers
• Curriculum Design: Translate complex systems into scalable learning artifacts including runbooks, SOPs, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides
• Training Delivery: Conduct hands‑on technical training across diverse products and systems, adapting instructional methods to learner needs and operational contexts
• Proficiency Standards: Set training priorities, proficiency thresholds, and certification standards that ensure operational readiness

Technical Mastery & Continuous Learning

• Rapid System Acquisition: Demonstrate the drive and capability to quickly learn new products and systems, developing sufficient expertise to effectively train others
• Deep Technical Knowledge: Maintain expertise across hardware, software, networking, and operational procedures to deliver credible, field-informed training
• Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a technical resource for training‑related questions, bridging gaps between engineering knowledge and operational application
• Continuous Content Updates: Stay up to date of any product changes, field insights, and emerging technologies to ensure training remains current and relevant

Knowledge Management & Documentation

• Documentation Leadership: Produce and maintain clear, well‑structured technical documentation, training materials, and reference guides
• Knowledge Architecture: Design knowledge management systems that capture institutional knowledge and prevent single points of failure
• Standards Development: Establish documentation standards and training artifacts that are adopted across teams and programs
• Lessons Integration: Incorporate real‑time field insights and After Action Reviews into training updates to ensure content reflects operational realities

Gap Analysis & Process Improvement

• Capability Assessment: Identify systemic capability gaps across the workforce and design training solutions that scale with new products and processes
• Data‑Driven Training: Conduct gap analyses to develop targeted, data‑driven training plans that address specific skill deficiencies
• Training Metrics: Track and measure workforce readiness and performance uplift to demonstrate training program effectiveness
• Process Innovation: Refine training frameworks and delivery methods for scalable, repeatable success across diverse learner populations

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Influence

• SME Partnership: Collaborate with other subject matter experts, engineering teams, and sustainment engineers to develop effective training content
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work with Engineers, Deployment Ops, and Mission Ops to align training programs with operational priorities
• Mentorship & Development: Mentor Tech Ops engineers on technical concepts, troubleshooting approaches, and operational best practices
• Field Integration: Incorporate real time field insights from deployments, demos, and T&E events into training updates; provide onsite support when needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in technical field operations, deployed software engineering, or technical hands‑on operational roles
• Proven track record of becoming a Subject Matter Expert on a system and sharing that knowledge with others
• Comfortable delivering training to groups and individuals at varying skill levels
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to rapidly learn complex technical systems
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally for training delivery and field support
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret or Top Secret security clearance and support operations involving sensitive materials
• Ability to support the handling and working with munitions
• Ability to meet health and medical requirements in advance of deployments in accordance with DFARS252.225-7040, DoDI 3020.41, and/or any additional requirements outlined by region or supporting force, as applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Software, Technology or related technical field; advanced degree preferred
• Experience with defense systems, autonomous platforms, or complex hardware/software integration
• Experience establishing training standards, certification programs, or competency frameworks
• Prior military instructor experience or equivalent technical training roles
• Strong instructional design skills with ability to create engaging, effective learning experiences for diverse audiences
• Experience as a Forward Deployed Software Engineer

US Salary Range

$132,000—$198,000 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.

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