# Head of Operations, Space Orbital Systems at Anduril

- Company: Anduril
- What the company does: Anduril Industries builds advanced autonomous systems and defense technology to protect US and allied forces. Creating the future of national security through AI, robotics, and cutting-edge engineering. Backed by General Catalyst, Lightspeed and a16z.
- Company website: https://www.anduril.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-18
- Apply by: 2026-11-02
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/andurilindustries/jobs/5242718007?gh_jid=5242718007&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/anduril-head-of-operations-space-orbital-systems/

## About the role

We are looking for a Head of Operations to join our rapidly growing Space Orbital Systems team. In this role you will be responsible for all business operations for the team. Your work will vary from quick-turn operational fire-fighting, to building and redesigning processes, to leading high-impact strategic projects. This role requires you to be a trusted partner to each part of the business, and to work with and support the Space and Division leadership teams to achieve our strategic objectives. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 10+ years of professional experience in operations
- Strong emotional intelligence and ability to solve operational problems in a way that is both data-driven and people-centric
- High ownership with sufficient horsepower to effectively manage multiple (6+) large projects and priorities in parallel, at a rapid pace, and report out on progress regularly
- Solid technical aptitude and proven ability to understand technical designs and ability to work closely and effectively with engineering teams
- Ability to work onsite five days a week at our HQ in Costa Mesa, CA
- Minimum 25% travel expected

Tags: AFS : Space Engineering : Space...

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