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Chief Engineer, Sustainment

Clearance Jobs, Costa Mesa, California, United States, 92626

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Head Of Sustainability Engineering

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. Air Dominance & Strike (AD&S) is one of Anduril's Business Lines and is focused on positioning Anduril as a lead provider of autonomy capability for multi-domain platforms. We work with customers to understand their requirements, shape their concepts of operation, and scale capability across their problem set. We aim to develop and deploy critically needed capabilities to our government partners and customers. We are looking for a Head of Sustainability Engineering to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for: Oversee and manage the daily operations of the sustainment engineering department Develop and implement strategies to improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the autonomous aircraft fleet Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians in conducting thorough inspections and maintenance of the fleet Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely and efficient completion of maintenance tasks and compliance with industry regulations Monitor and analyze aircraft performance data to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for updates or modifications Stay current on industry advancements and technological developments in order to continuously improve the fleet's performance Manage the department's budget and resources to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback and guidance to team members Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors and suppliers to ensure timely and high-quality repairs and maintenance services Communicate with senior management on the status of fleet engineering operations and recommend any necessary changes or improvements Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and company policies and procedures Participate in decision-making processes for fleet upgrades, acquisitions, and retirements Act as a liaison between the sustainment engineering department and other departments to ensure smooth and effective communication and collaboration Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork, excellence, and continuous improvement Required qualifications include: Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance US Salary Range $206,000 - $309,000 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: Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 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) Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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.