Deployment Systems Technician

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Waltham, MA · Mission Systems : Imaging Engineering : Imaging - Deployment Ops

This role is responsible for preparing, configuring, testing, and maintaining deployment environments for defense systems. It involves supporting hardware, software, networking, and infrastructure components, and ensuring systems are operational, secure, and properly configured before deployment. The technician will perform server configuration, system checkouts, updates, testing of infrastructure components, and software upgrades/downgrades.

What you'd actually do

  1. Configure and bring servers online to support deployment environments.
  2. Perform full end-to-end (E2E) system checkout for deployments, including complete systems and individual components.
  3. Conduct system administrator–level updates, including BIOS configuration changes (e.g., enabling/disabling Wi-Fi).
  4. Test infrastructure components such as power and fiber connectivity to ensure deployment readiness.
  5. Perform server check-in, reimaging, configuration, and validation.

Skills

Required

  • 2 years of hands-on IT experience, relevant internships, or completion of an IT-related technical program/certification (e.g., CompTIA A+, Network+, IT Fundamentals).
  • Basic understanding of computer hardware components (e.g., CPUs, RAM, storage, motherboards) and operating systems (e.g., Windows, basic command-line navigation).
  • Familiarity with fundamental networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, Ethernet cables, basic connectivity troubleshooting).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
  • Eagerness to learn new technologies and processes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs (e.g., server equipment) as needed for installation and configuration.
  • Ability to carry 50 pounds for short periods of time
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice to have

  • Exposure to or experience with Linux operating systems (e.g., command line interface, basic administration).
  • Familiarity with server hardware, rack-and-stack procedures, and various cabling types.
  • Exposure to scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
  • Experience with inventory management or ticketing systems.
  • Relevant technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, CCNA entry-level).

What the JD emphasized

  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance