UAV Operator, Bolt

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)full timeRemote

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$113k–$155k

H1B: no

Anduril Industries Technical Operations Engineer for the Bolt UAV program, bridging product engineering and deployed operations. Responsible for flight operations, field maintenance, customer support, and training in austere environments.

Responsibilities

Support military aviation projects by executing flight operations, conducting field maintenance, providing customer field support and training
Tackle complex issues related to hardware, software, and networking in unstructured situations, driving them to resolution
Drive events as the SME of the product, advising customers on operational employment and best practices
Communicate field issue status to internal and customer teams, keeping them informed.
Support the development and implementation of comprehensive operational and logistical plans for various events
Maintain support plans for hardware and software
Assist in event planning and resource allocation, keeping key stakeholders informed about Technical Operations requirements
Incident response root-cause analyses (RCAs) for air systems in the field
Conduct post-incident reviews and implement preventive measures
Maintain up-to-date documentation

Qualification

Willingness to travel up to 80%Eligibility to obtain and maintain a UThis position is based in Costa MesaDegree in aerospace engineering$113

Required

3+ years of experience of strong problem solving in unstructured environments at the interface of hardware, software, and networking.
Strong mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and repair critical site product components and infrastructure.
Demonstrated understanding of flight operations, aircraft systems, and sensors
Willingness to work with energetic material (warheads).
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team.
Willingness to travel up to 80%
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret/Secret security clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain 14 CFR Part 107
This position is based in Costa Mesa, CA, and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work

Preferred

Degree in aerospace engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, or related field
Experience with weapon systems for manned aircraft, UAS, or missiles
Experience with munitions live fire testing or munitions handling
Experience with VTOL quad copter air systems
Demonstrated coding experience in Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages (NixOS and Rust preferred)
Background in military deployments with Special Operations Forces, or to hazard zones.
$113,000—$155,000 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: