Senior Telecom Infrastructure Engineer

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.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Telecommunications Infrastructure Analyst with a proven track record in IT infrastructure facility assessments, strategic planning, and structured cabling design standards. This role demands a strong ability to gather and evaluate comprehensive infrastructure requirements, including power, cooling, structured cabling, network capacity, and security. You will leverage your extensive experience to translate technical findings into actionable Statements of Work (SOWs), collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders and third-party design teams. Your deep understanding of corporate IT standards, building physical networks, security policies, and vendor-agnostic network technologies will be crucial in ensuring reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure solutions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• You will establish and maintain the critical bridge between the Facilities organization and the external low-voltage design and integration vendors providing essential IT technical consultation to both parties to ensure successful technical outcomes.
• Conduct site visits to assess infrastructure needs, including power, cooling, structured cabling, network capacity, and security. Traveling will be required for this role.
• Develop technical site plans in collaboration with third-party architects, low-voltage design firms, and engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with corporate IT standards and security policies.
• Gather comprehensive infrastructure requirements and conduct detailed evaluations.
• Translate complex technical details into actionable SOWs.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Provide clear, concise, and opinionated guidance, and push back when necessary to ensure project alignment and success.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a Network and/or Systems Infrastructure role.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in infrastructure analysis, site build, and M&A assessments.
• Proven experience in gathering and evaluating infrastructure requirements.
• Strong ability to translate technical details into actionable SOWs.
• Strong understanding of construction phases and analyzing construction drawings
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; capable of effectively working with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of corporate IT standards and security policies.
• Ability to conduct thorough site assessments (power, cooling, structured cabling, network capacity, security).
• Experience working with third-party architects, low-voltage design firms, and engineering teams.
• Extensive experience with vendor-agnostic network switching, wireless, and routing.
• Experience with ticketing systems and managing a ticket queue.
• Passion for technology and a team-focused attitude.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel to remote sites will often be required.
• Must be able and willing to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to obtain and maintain a US Secret Clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently holds or can obtain a BICSI RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) Certification.
• Certification in project management or related fields.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects which can contain multiple phases. This includes expansions, remodels, retrofits, and greenfield sites.
• Experience in designing telecom room layouts and cabling conveyance throughout a building.
• Familiarity with M&A processes and assessments.
• Knowledge of ICD 705 / TEMPEST requirements.

US Salary Range

$126,000—$167,000 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:

Benefits

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