Forward Deployed Engineer, Mission Autonomy

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Costa Mesa, CA
Salary: $113,000–$155,000 / yr
Posted: today

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This role $134k

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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.

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TL;DR · Forward Deployed Engineer, Mission Autonomy

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Anduril’s Deployment Operations group seeks a Forward Deployed Engineer to support the Mission Autonomy team, responsible for end-to-end system management including hardware setup and software configuration. This role involves administering Linux systems, managing Kubernetes and Docker environments, and ensuring electrical components operate safely and reliably in remote locations. Ideal candidates have experience with Linux system administration and containerized environments, along with a Top Secret/Secret clearance and the ability to travel extensively for up to two months at a time. Knowledge of mechanical or aerospace engineering is preferred, emphasizing hands-on technical expertise in a challenging field that demands both technical acumen and operational resilience.

Skills

Linux Kubernetes Docker Terraform CI/CD PostgreSQL AWS Python Go Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

Provide end-to-end support for Mission Autonomy systems, including hardware and software.
Manage electrical components to ensure system reliability and safety.
Work with Kubernetes and Docker to maintain deployed systems.
Administer Linux systems across all products as a subject matter expert.
Travel to remote regions for up to two months at a time.

What we're looking for

Experience with Linux system administration.
Proficient in Kubernetes and Docker environments.
Ability to travel internationally for up to 75% of the year.
Top Secret/Secret clearance required.
Manage electrical components, ensuring reliability and safety.
B.S. in computer science or related technical field preferred.

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