Field Operations Engineer, Deployment Handling

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

The Field Operations Engineer, Deployment Handling role owns ground handling procedures and equipment for autonomous maritime vehicle movement at deployment sites. You will design handling fixtures, select and specify ground support equipment, develop handling procedures, and ensure vehicles are moved safely between transport, storage, and water.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with design of ground handling fixtures for vehicle movement, lifting, and transport interface
• Select and procure ground support equipment including cranes, dollies, and custom handling tools
• Develop handling procedures, lift plans, and safety protocols for field operations
• Conduct hazard analyses and safety reviews for vehicle handling operations
• Develop personnel training for ground handling tasks
• Support handling operations at deployment sites in the field
• Coordinate with logistics and deployment teams to integrate handling into operational workflows
• Design and specify launch and recovery systems, define host vessel interfaces, and develop operational procedures that enable safe deployment and retrieval at sea

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience with launch and recovery systems, marine handling equipment, or shipboard operations
• Familiarity with davit systems, cranes, or other marine handling equipment
• Understanding of dynamic loads and sea state effects on marine operations
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, including extended deployments
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AUV, UUV, or ROV launch and recovery
• Working knowledge of host vessel integration for unmanned systems
• Experience with at-sea operations in defense or commercial maritime
• Familiarity with naval architecture stability considerations during L&R
• Experience in defense or maritime robotics

Benefits:

• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive health, recovery, and other support

Salary Range: $166,000-$220,000 USD