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Quincy, MA

$59K - $82K/yr

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the ...

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the ...

$130K/yr

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the ...

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Quincy, MA · On-site

$59K - $82K/yr

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the ...

$90K - $123K/yr

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the ...

$103K - $136K/yr

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the ...

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How much do autonomous underwater vehicle jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for autonomous underwater vehicle in the United States is $37.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $53.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle job?

An Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) job involves designing, operating, and maintaining underwater robots that can navigate and perform tasks without human control. Professionals in this field work in industries such as marine research, defense, oil and gas exploration, and environmental monitoring. Responsibilities may include developing navigation systems, analyzing underwater data, and troubleshooting vehicle performance. Strong knowledge of robotics, oceanography, and sensor technology is often required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Autonomous Underwater Vehicle position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) operator or engineer, a solid background in marine engineering, robotics, computer science, or oceanography is essential, often with a degree in a related field. Experience with underwater navigation systems, sonar, mission planning software, and relevant certifications like ROV/AUV operation or safety are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and adaptability are key soft skills in this dynamic, technology-driven role. These qualifications ensure safe operation, reliable data collection, and effective teamwork in challenging underwater environments.

What are typical daily tasks for someone working with Autonomous Underwater Vehicles?

Daily tasks for those working with Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) often include mission planning, preparing and launching the vehicle, monitoring its status remotely, collecting and analyzing data, and performing routine maintenance or troubleshooting. Team members frequently collaborate with marine scientists, data analysts, and vessel crew to ensure successful missions and accurate results. Working conditions may involve both field deployments at sea and office-based data processing or report writing. This variety keeps the work engaging while offering opportunities to develop specialized technical and operational skills.

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Infographic showing various Autonomous Underwater Vehicle job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,543 per year, or $37.3 per hour.

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ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the market a unique, ultra-long-range, full-ocean-depth platform, and a completely refreshed maritime vehicle and flexible manufacturing architecture that scales from "large" to "extra-large" vehicle sizes. Today, Anduril is executing on multi-million-dollar contracts while simultaneously performing Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) AUV operations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Buyer/Planner to join our rapidly growing team in Quincy. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the entire value chain, from raw materials to finished goods, to help power the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). You will be responsible for demand forecasting, inventory planning, purchasing, and ensuring accurate material flow through our ERP system.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Own the planning and on-time delivery of raw materials to internal assembly lines as well as finished goods to customers
  • Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts and plans
  • Manage day-to-day ordering and inventory for assigned product lines
  • Identify and resolve supply issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams
  • Generate and analyze data to identify trends and support decision-making
  • Develop and maintain processes within MRP and associated master data
  • Support strategic sourcing initiatives and make/buy decisions
  • Issue purchase orders for production and R&D initiatives and manage supplier relationships
  • Participate in S&OP processes and support related strategic initiatives
  • Develop data reporting structures and tools to monitor Demand Planning KPIs and identify key levers for improvement by product or program
  • Understand the product BOM to a level that enables quick decision-making as well as effective questioning and discussion of potential sales opportunities
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives for cost savings, quality improvement, and on-time delivery
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 3+ years of significant technical procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
  • Ability to work in cross functional teams and collaborate with across functions / borders
  • Good understanding and interpretation of related design specification
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making
  • Ability to work and excel within a fast paced, dynamic, and constantly changing work environment
  • Demonstrated ability to completely own a value chain from start to finish, coordinating among multiple different internal and external parties to achieve on-time deliveries under stringent quality standards
  • Prior knowledge of Oracle or a similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
  • Ability to travel up to 25%
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in any technical field including mechanical/aerospace/manufacturing, electrical, or computer engineering, supply chain, or business with a technical minor or concentration
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma principles in action
  • Prior knowledge of Blue Yonder or a similar Supply Chain Planning system; developing statistical models to predict demand in a fast paced, high mix, low volume environment.
  • Knowledge of supply chain planning best practices and data processes that generate business value. Including, but not limited to, demand planning, inventory management, supply planning, S&OP / S&OE and Integrated Business Planning.
  • Knowledge of and experience with big data evaluation and analysis techniques. Experience with SQL databases - storage of information and writing custom queries to pull and analyze data sets to direct focus and action.
  • Knowledge of and experience with leading data reporting applications including Tableau, Power BI, Qlikview, etc.

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Anduril Industries is a trailblazer in the technology industry based in Costa Mesa, CA, US. Founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, the creator of Oculus VR, the company focuses on developing innovative technology to equip and empower those in the defense sector. Its primary products include cutting-edge autonomous systems and AI software that assist in combating threats to national and global security. The mission of Anduril Industries is to integrate technology and defense by building transformative, scalable solutions that ensure a safer world.

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Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

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501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Costa Mesa, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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