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Salary: USD 146,000 - 194,000 / annual
Anduril Industries, a defense technology company, is seeking a Senior Deployment Lead for Hazard Zone Operations to own the operational execution, technical rollout, and sustainment of Anduril's suite of capabilities (Lattice OS, Sentry Towers, Altius, and Anvil) in active-threat environments worldwide.
You will lead a high-performing expeditionary team of Technical Operations Engineers (TOPs), software and hardware engineers, and contracted support, serving as the critical bridge between Anduril's engineering teams in California and the tactical edge. This role demands execution on the ground in austere, contested, and active-threat environments where systems must be deployed, integrated, and fully operational under the most challenging conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
Expeditionary Operations & Mission Execution: Own the end-to-end tactical planning, site surveying, installation, and configuration of hardware and software suites in hazard zones. Ensure all personnel, equipment, and logistical pipelines are prepared for rapid deployments on short notice. Make critical operational decisions under pressure to protect personnel and technology assets while maintaining mission capability in volatile areas.
Technical Leadership & Systems Integration: Directly manage and mentor a team of TOPs and technicians, driving technical excellence and accountability in the field. Act as the escalation point for complex technical failures on-site, diagnosing and resolving issues spanning mesh networking, RF spectrum interference, power distribution, and software integration. Translate raw operational data, edge case failures, and field feedback directly to Anduril Product and Engineering teams to accelerate product development.
Tactical Customer Engagement & Training: Serve as the primary, trusted operational point of contact for tactical commanders, special operations units, and mission partners on-site. Oversee rapid training of military operators, transitioning them from basic users to proficient system operators. Ensure the deployed technical footprint aligns with the operational commander's concept of operations (CONOP).
Qualifications:
- 6+ years of leadership experience in tactical, austere, or high-threat environments (military deployment, defense contracting, expeditionary government operations, or disaster response)
- Proven experience with complex hardware/software integrations; strong working knowledge of IP networking, RF communications, power systems, and Windows/Linux environments
- High agency mindset; thrive in ambiguity and accomplish missions safely and effectively without waiting for permission
- Experience moving sensitive equipment and people through complex global supply chains and customs processes into remote areas
- Active US Secret security clearance required (TS/SCI preferred)
- Ability to deploy to international hazard zones/austere environments up to 50-60% of the year
