Product Operations Associate, Tier 1

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Costa Mesa, CA · Programs : Deployments : Product Operations

This role is for a Product Operations Associate, Tier 1 at Anduril, a defense technology company. The primary responsibility is to support customers by triaging and resolving issues related to hardware and software products through a help desk operation. This entry-level, on-site position involves monitoring support tickets, following established processes, communicating with customers and internal teams, and documenting procedures. The role requires a fundamental understanding of hardware, software, and networking concepts, and the ability to work in a 24x7 environment. While the company utilizes AI and advanced technologies, this specific role focuses on operational support and issue resolution, not direct AI/ML development.

What you'd actually do

  1. Assist in the intake, triage, and resolution of Anduril’s customer issues related to hardware and software products
  2. Monitor and respond to support tickets in Salesforce Service Desk or similar ticketing systems
  3. Follow established runbooks and processes to troubleshoot and escalate issues appropriately
  4. Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and internal teams
  5. Document and update knowledge base articles and standard operating procedures (SOPs) under guidance

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field, or relevant technical certifications
  • 1-2 years of experience in a 24x7 technical-oriented support, help desk, or customer service environment preferred
  • A fundamental understanding of hardware, software, and networking concepts
  • Open to working within a 24x7x365 operation and support non-standard, overnight, or weekend shifts
  • Must be able to work on-site at our Irvine, CA location
  • Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with ticketing systems such as Salesforce Service Desk, Jira, or ServiceNow
  • Exposure to military or government hardware and software systems is a plus
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and execute established procedures
  • Detail-oriented with a customer-focused mindset
  • Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Interest in embedded systems, sensors, robotics, or national security technology

What the JD emphasized

  • Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Secret security clearance