Mission Operations Engineer
Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Broomfield
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT THE TEAM The Radar team at Anduril develops
state-of-the-art sensing capabilities for air surveillance,
counter-UAS, and counter-intrusion missions. Our software-defined
radars provide persistent, all-weather detection and tracking of
aerial and ground threats, seamlessly integrating with Lattice OS
to enable autonomous decision-making and multi-sensor fusion. We're
building next-generation radar systems that are rapidly deployable,
highly mobile, and designed for the modern battlefield—from
protecting critical infrastructure to enabling advanced air defense
operations. ABOUT THE JOB The Mission Operations (MOPs) team is
responsible for managing the execution, growth, and success of our
customer accounts. Working across product, engineering, sales, and
logistics teams, our Mission Operations Engineers own the customer
relationships and develop, plan, and deploy Anduril products in
support of their missions. They work side-by-side with customers to
understand their specific problem sets and then shape Anduril's
offerings alongside our engineering teams to fit the mission needs.
Because the problems we solve are uniquely challenging, our Mission
Operations Engineers naturally gravitate toward finding solutions
and are adept at navigating organizational hurdles. They are
ultimately responsible for customer and mission success and
therefore play a critical role in the shaping and future of Anduril
Industries. WHAT YOU'LL DO Serve as "project manager" / "on-site
lead" working directly with U.S. military, DHS, and allied
customers to deliver Anduril's radar and integrated sensor
capabilities across multiple locations Lead a small team of
engineers through site standups from initial radar integration
through operational acceptance while interfacing with strategic
end-users throughout the process Responsible for monitoring radar
system performance, connectivity, integration with mesh networks,
and fusion with other sensors (EO/IR, RF) and C2 systems at
distributed sites and with partner organizations Gather, triage,
and prioritize user feedback on radar detection performance,
tracking accuracy, classification capabilities, issues, and errors
found during fielding, testing, exercises, and normal use within
operational schedules Provide input to account and engineering
teams on radar features, detection algorithms, and UI/UX
improvements that enhance or greatly improve efficiency of operator
workflows Support engagement with other units, commands, and
organizations for increased deployment and installation of our
radar systems across military installations, critical
infrastructure sites, and forward operating locations Develop and
contribute to a streamlined user feedback and engagement system for
radar operations, which could include issue tracking, operator
training sessions, refreshers, and focused preparation for
exercises and events REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 5 years of experience
and a Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, electronics
engineering, computer engineering or related field Willingness to
travel 50% - 75% Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S.
Secret security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Familiarity and
experience working with materiel leadership or mission partners
within Army Air & Missile Defense, USMC Ground Based Air Defense,
SOCOM, DHS CBP, or allied defense organizations and working
knowledge of the counter-UAS and air surveillance competitive
landscape Basic understanding of radar fundamentals, sensor fusion
concepts, or air defense operations Experience working in small,
cross-functional teams, solving complex problems, surrounded by
ambiguity Experience working in high-stress environments, including
field deployments or operational settings Self-starter who takes
initiative with little direction Ability to communicate efficiently
and succinctly both internally across our entire team and
externally to multiple stakeholders including military operators,
program managers, and technical staff We request transcripts as
part of the early application process to understand your academic
background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed
critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical
and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in
which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If
you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide
detailed information regarding your academic performance in
relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to
ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you
do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical
information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework,
etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this
assessment. US Salary Range $98,000 - $129,000 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: Healthcare Benefits US
Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to
no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical
insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer
an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you
and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection :
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday
hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care
for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own
medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for
fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and
gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your
partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access
free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life
coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and
financial support, are also available. Professional Development:
Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter
Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and
after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan
with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter
assigned to this role can share more information about the specific
compensation and benefit details associated with this role during
the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams
Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent
acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've
observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes
where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job
seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often
attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To
ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with
confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No
Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand
personal financial details (such as banking information, credit
card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our
hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for
candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from
Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it
will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If
contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email
will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious
activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out
to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited
Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious,
contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not
engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com
before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any
questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril,
please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your
proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal
information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our
recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data
privacy policy, please visit
https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .
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