(HVAC Specialist) Technical Operations Engineer

About the Role

The CW Systems Technical Operations Engineering team is seeking a Technical Operations Engineer with a specialization in HVAC systems. This role requires comprehensive knowledge of environmental regulations, including those enforced by OSHA and refrigerant management standards from the EPA. As a Technical Operations Engineer, you will not only deploy our products to customers but also play a pivotal role in the customer handoff and ongoing sustainment of our systems.

What You'll Do

• Take complete ownership of all dependencies, ensuring the seamless operation of Anduril’s suite of integrated hardware-software solutions in diverse environments.
• Collaborate closely with the product development team, utilizing operations and engineering background to deliver highly effective and reliable solutions.
• HVAC System Troubleshooting & Repair
• System Reliability
• Deployment at Scale
• Incident Triage and Root-Cause Analysis in HVAC Systems
• Logistics
• User Experience and Software Tool Enhancements for HVAC Control Systems
• Pre-deployment Testing and Configuration of HVAC Units
• Act as an integral part of customer demonstrations, events, and the initial deployment of Anduril’s CW products.
• Feed insights from customer experiences back into product development and guide others in the deployment and operation of products.
• Play a central role in end-to-end customer success, ensuring offerings are well-understood and effectively supported from initial handoff through sustained operation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Based in Costa Mesa, California; adept at collaborating with a distributed team.
• Profound hands-on expertise with HVAC systems, including maintenance, repair, and operational methods.
• Expertise in HVAC troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC system design and specifications.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external customers.
• Competency in data-driven analysis and HVAC system troubleshooting, with a strong grasp of OSHA and EPA standards.
• Skill in educating others on HVAC equipment operation with a focus on safety and environmental protocols.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, potentially to remote or austere locations.
• Proficiency in resolving complex HVAC challenges effectively.
• Recognition as a technical authority on HVAC system installation, maintenance, and sustainment in challenging environments.
• Self-sufficiency in HVAC maintenance and hardware replacement; availability for prompt travel to customer sites.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
• Able to meet health and medical requirements in advance of deployments in accordance with DFARS 252.225-7040, DoDI 3020.41, and/or any additional requirements outlined by region or supporting force, as applicable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field, with an emphasis on HVAC.
• Professional certifications in HVAC, OSHA, and EPA.
• Experience with HVAC operations in secure environments, such as DoD.
• Knowledge of military or commercial HVAC requirements and operations.
• Military background with a specialization in HVAC systems.
• Technical proficiency in HVAC control systems networking and integration.

Compensation

• US Salary Range: $113,000—$155,000 USD

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers.
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, available at little to no cost to employees, covering health, recovery, and future needs.