Senior Manager, Field Engineering
Anduril
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See open jobs at Anduril.See open jobs similar to "Senior Manager, Field Engineering" General Catalyst.Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
Anduril is a defence technology company, bringing Silicon Valley talent and funding to the defence sector. Our technology helps our customers solve their toughest challenges by enabling them to make better, more informed decisions in life-and-death situations. We’ve assembled a diverse team of experts in artificial intelligence, computer vision, sensor fusion, optics, and data analysis that are creating software and hardware solutions to radically evolve the capabilities of Australia and our allies. If you are passionate about solving problems that have real impact, come join Anduril and build the future of defence.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead a deployed engineering and technical team to architect, plan and execute field test and demonstration activities for an Autonomous Underwater Vessel (AUV) development program
- Continuously drive test campaign progress by adjusting schedule and scope to manage real world effects, consulting with Platform and Payloads Engineering teams
- Provide technical guidance and direction to the deployed team, including tasking, planning and reporting
- Oversee emergent in-field troubleshoot and repairs, escalating to Platform or Payload engineering teams for support as required
- Engage with customer representatives to provide visibility of test planning and progress, and suitability of Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) generation
- Chair internal and external Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and provide input to structured periodic reviews (PDR, CDR, MRR)
- Specify, identify and establish temporary and enduring test facilities, including regulatory considerations, approvals and compliance
- Conduct risk assessments for test and related operations, identifying and implementing mitigations
- Liaise with the Field Operations Technical Project Manager to plan and schedule test activities and resources
- Coordinate with the Product Lifecycle Lead to ensure parts, paper people coincide as needed to conduct sustainment activities
- Contribute to the Field Operations and Sustainment Leadership Team
- Be in the field 60%+ of the time, supporting nearshore and offshore testing
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES
- 10+ years experience in systems engineering, integration and testing, including developmental test and evaluation
- Experience in field test and operationally focused environments
- Bachelor (or higher) of Engineering in mechanical, electrical or other relevant discipline
- Experience with subsea operational procedures and equipment (including AUV launch and recovery systems) is advantageous, as is vehicle level testing (any domain)
- Knowledge of electro-mechanical troubleshooting and ability to use basic test equipment
- Comfort being deployed/offshore for extended periods of time
- Extremely organized and detail-oriented
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills (effective for broad audiences)
- A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
- Experience with vehicle level testing, subsea experience is a plus
- Ability to obtain and maintain a NV2 Security Clearance
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you are someone passionate to work on problems that matter, we’d love to hear from you!
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:
- Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
- Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
- 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
- A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
- Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
- Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
- Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
- 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
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.
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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