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Santa Ana, California, United States

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.

We are looking for a Product Operations Associate, Tier 1 to join our Help Desk operations and support our rapidly growing team in Santa Ana, CA. In this entry-level on-site position, you will assist in supporting our customers and their fielded assets by helping to triage and resolve issues across software and hardware products. You will work closely with more experienced team members, follow established processes, and escalate complex issues as needed. This role is a great opportunity to develop your technical skills, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to a mission-critical operation. You should have a strong interest in technology, a willingness to learn, and the ability to respond quickly and effectively to customer needs. If you are passionate about groundbreaking technology and want to be part of a team supporting national security efforts, Anduril is interested in speaking with you.

• Assist in the intake, triage, and resolution of Anduril's customer issues related to hardware and software products
• Monitor and respond to support tickets in Salesforce Service Desk or similar ticketing systems
• Follow established runbooks and processes to troubleshoot and escalate issues appropriately
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and internal teams
• Document and update knowledge base articles and standard operating procedures (SOPs) under guidance
• Collaborate with team members to maintain operational readiness and support 24x7 shift coverage
• Identify recurring issues and suggest opportunities for process improvements
• Participate in training sessions and continuously develop your technical knowledge

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field, or relevant technical certifications
• 2+ years of experience in a 24x7 technical-oriented support, help desk, or customer service environment preferred
• A fundamental understanding of hardware, software, and networking concepts
• Open to working within a 24x7x365 operation and support non-standard, overnight, or weekend shifts
• Must be able to work on-site at our Santa Ana, CA location
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Secret security clearance; prior clearances or background investigations are a plus

• Familiarity with ticketing systems such as Salesforce Service Desk, Jira, or ServiceNow
• Exposure to military or government hardware and software systems is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and execute established procedures
• Detail-oriented with a customer-focused mindset
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environmentInterest in embedded systems, sensors, robotics, or national security technology

US Hourly Range $68,000 - $90,000 USD

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: