Deployment Lead, Air Defense

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Irvine, CA
Salary
$113,000–$149,000 / yr
Posted
today

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Below market

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This role $131k
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This role pays less than 86% of similar roles. Most pay $150,000–$209,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $131k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1882 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1696 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Deployment Lead, Air Defense

As the Mission Operations Deployment Lead on Anduril’s Air Defense team, you will oversee the deployment and maintenance of critical defense systems, ensuring they meet customer mission requirements. Your role involves leading a cross-functional team to deliver seamless operations, from hardware supply to engineering support, while building strong relationships with customers and internal teams. You will develop deep expertise in both customer missions and Anduril’s technology capabilities, translating technical knowledge into operational improvements. Key responsibilities include managing multiple projects, creating detailed documentation, and ensuring continuous system performance through effective communication and collaboration. This position requires a background in defense or aerospace, experience with technical documentation, and the ability to travel extensively. Essential skills include project management, relationship building, and subject matter expertise in sensor technologies and network requirements.

What you'll do

  • Lead cross-functional teams to ensure mission success for Anduril and customers.
  • Build trust and manage relationships with customers, partners, users, and teammates.
  • Develop deep knowledge of customer mission requirements and communicate them effectively.
  • Become a subject matter expert on Anduril’s Family of Systems capabilities and limitations.
  • Continuously improve products based on user feedback and evolving mission needs.

What we're looking for

  • Advanced degree or 3-5+ years of experience in defense, national security, or aerospace.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Secret security clearance required.
  • Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation for processes.
  • Skill in translating technical concepts into operational requirements and specifications.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.
  • Deep knowledge of customer mission requirements and Anduril’s Family of Systems.

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