Senior Network Engineer, Factory Systems and Operational Technol

Network EngineerAnduril 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.Job RequirementsCosta Mesa, CA Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $115,000 - $145,000Job DescriptionWe are looking for a highly motivated Network Engineer to join the Anduril Industries Network Team with a focus on factory systems and operational technology (OT) infrastructure. In this role, you will design, deploy, and maintain the network systems that support Anduril's manufacturing environments. You will work directly within production spaces and partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities, Security, and IT teams to ensure that all factory networks are reliable, secure, and aligned with ISA-95 and Purdue Model standards. This role is highly hands-on. You will regularly conduct site walks, site surveys, and hardware installation at Anduril facilities. You will also participate in inventory management, procurement planning, and coordination of hardware for factory deployments. The ideal candidate combines strong networking expertise with practical field experience in industrial, air gapped, or manufacturing environments.What You Will DoPerform detailed site walks and site surveys to assess network needs, validate capacity, and plan installations in manufacturing spacesDesign and implement secure, segmented network architectures for factory and OT systems based on ISA-95 and Purdue Model principlesInstall, configure, and support routers, switches, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, and industrial networking devicesSupport manufacturing buildouts including new production lines, machine onboarding, and integration of control systemsConduct hands-on cabling validation, equipment racking, hardware placement, and physical layer troubleshootingManage network equipment inventory across facilities including tracking, forecasting, and ordering hardwareHandle procurement activities for networking components and coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractorsMaintain accurate documentation for network topology, cabling, VLAN and IP assignments, and inter-zone communication flowsImplement and manage network security controls including segmentation, ACLs, firewalls, and intrusion detection or preventionMonitor network performance and perform proactive maintenance to ensure stability of production and automation systemsProvide on-call support and escalation assistance for production and OT network incidentsTravel to remote facilities for surveys, installations, and infrastructure upgradesRequired Qualifications5 to 7 years of Enterprise or OT network engineering experience with the ability to lead deployments with minimal guidanceHands-on experience performing site surveys, field installations, and factory or industrial network buildoutsFamiliarity with ISA-95 and Purdue Model segmentation for operational technology environmentsProficiency with Cisco, Arista, and Palo Alto platforms including Panorama and NGFWExperience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, wireless systems, and firewall policy managementUnderstanding of industrial protocols such as Modbus/TCP, Ethernet IP, and PROFINET with awareness of how to secure themExperience with datacenter or private cloud networking such as EVPN VXLANStrong communication, documentation, and troubleshooting skillsAbility to lift 50 pounds and work in production or construction environments as neededAbility to travel to remote sites for installation and supportMust be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearancePreferred QualificationsExperience with industrial networking platforms such as Rockwell Stratix, Hirschmann, or MoxaExperience in environments that blend IT and OT security practicesFamiliarity with Arista or Aruba hardwareExperience with AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCIExperience with Python, Nornir, Jinja, Ansible, or Terraform for automationBackground supporting rapid-growth factory or manufacturing operationsUS Salary Range$115,000 - $145,000 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: Healthcare BenefitsUS Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.Additional BenefitsIncome Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional developmentCommuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.Retirement Savings PlanUS Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.Protecting Yourself from Recruitment ScamsAnduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to View email address on click.appcast.io Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from And