Operational Support Engineer

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Maritime team is a dedicated group of driven professionals passionate about advancing subsea technology and delivering innovative capabilities to meet our customers’ needs. We are seeking an Operational Support Engineer to join the Dive-XL Field Operations team. In this role, you will lead all facets of operational support for the Dive-XL mission — owning logistics coordination, sparing strategy, equipment readiness, and site preparedness to enable operations of our cutting-edge system in some of the most demanding and dynamic conditions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination:

• Own end-to-end logistics coordination for field operations; ensure timely procurement, delivery, and availability of all gear and support equipment across multiple assets.
• Drive sparing strategy and maintain critical spare inventory levels to minimize operational downtime.
• Coordinate with supply chain managers on procurement priorities, lead times, and inventory management.
• Lead Field Ops consumables tracking, forecasting, and replenishment.
• Manage RMA processes for defective equipment in coordination with field team and quality.

Equipment Readiness & Maintenance:

• Lead hands-on troubleshooting, repair, operation, and maintenance of AUVs and heavy-duty equipment in the field.
• Own equipment readiness standards across all operational assets; establish and enforce preventive maintenance schedules.
• Conduct monthly inventories of equipment spread across multiple assets and ensure accountability.
• Maintain an organized warehouse with properly stored materials, equipment, and inventory.

Site Surveys & Deployment:

• Lead site surveys for new and existing operational locations; identify logistical requirements and constraints.
• Coordinate test site mobilization and demobilization efforts, including over-the-ground transport and craning operations.
• Develop and standardize deployment documents, checklists, and strategic planning materials.
• Travel and lead customer-facing operations approximately 50% of the time.

Operational Leadership:

• Serve as the primary interface for logistics and sparing within the field ops team.
• Identify and drive process improvements across operational support functions.
• Adapt to emerging needs and take ownership of new projects associated with operational support.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of relevant work experience in logistics, equipment maintenance, or operational support
• Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating operational logistics in a field environment
• Strong organizational skills with a track record of managing complex inventories and equipment across distributed assets
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Oracle (or equivalent ERP systems)
• Excellent communication and ability to interface with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to deploy up to 50% of the time
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Hoisting Engineer License
• HMT 252 Shipping Excepted Lithium Batteries
• Knowledge of offshore HSE policies and best practices
• Experience supporting autonomous vehicle or marine operations
• Prior military logistics or expeditionary support experience
• 100T Captains License