Teleop Operator

Anduril

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Costa Mesa, California, United States First seen 1 day, 17 hours ago Last seen 5 hours, 20 minutes ago Greenhouse

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• Operate robotic systems using VR headsets, haptic gloves, and motion capture equipment to collect high-quality demonstration data for AI training purposes. • Execute manipulation task demonstrations including grasping, tool use, assembly, and equipment setup while identifying failure modes and edge cases. • Maintain excellent physical coordination and spatial awareness while standing for extended periods and performing repetitive precision tasks with strong attention to detail. • Must be a quick learner comfortable with daily feedback, able to troubleshoot equipment issues, and eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance. • Preferred qualifications include prior experience with robots, drones, VR/AR equipment, or mechanical troubleshooting; role involves direct collaboration with AI engineering teams.

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 TEAM

The Anduril Frontier Systems team is building the next generation of robotic platforms for defense and industrial applications. We are a small, high-performing team of roboticists, ML engineers, and systems engineers delivering real-world capability to operators in the field. Our systems operate in unstructured, contested environments where robustness and reliability are non-negotiable. We seek to deliver validated, integrated capabilities to the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Teleop Operator / AI Data Collector to operate robotic systems via teleoperation equipment and collect high-quality demonstration data for AI training. You will wear motion capture and VR equipment to guide robots through task demonstrations, working closely with our AI engineering team to refine data collection procedures and identify failure modes. This is a hands-on, physical role. You must be comfortable standing for extended periods, wearing teleoperation equipment (VR headset, haptic gloves, motion capture markers), and performing repetitive precision tasks.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Operate robotic systems via teleoperation equipment (VR headset, haptic gloves, body tracking) to collect task demonstration data
Execute demonstration protocols for manipulation tasks: grasping, tool use, assembly, equipment setup
Upload, label, and organize collected data for AI training pipelines
Identify and report issues during data collection: equipment failures, edge cases, task ambiguities
Follow equipment maintenance, safety, and shutdown procedures
Maintain a safe operating environment for yourself, other team members, and the robotic hardware

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent physical coordination, spatial awareness, and fine motor control
Ability to stand for 8+ hours and perform repetitive physical tasks
Quick learner — can master new physical task sequences rapidly
Strong attention to detail and tolerance for repetitive work
Comfortable receiving and incorporating daily feedback
Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience operating robots, drones, or remote-controlled systems
Experience with VR/AR equipment
Mechanical aptitude or experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems
Prior military or defense industry experience

US Salary Range

$113,000—$194,000 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

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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Job Information

Company:
Anduril
Location:
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Job Type:
Full-Time
Work Location:
Remote
Experience Level:
Mid
Source:
Greenhouse
Status:
Active

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