Operations Analyst; Scenario Design), Discovery

Operations Analyst (scenario Design), Discovery Own the end-to-end design of mission-focused scenario demonstrations for Anduril's Lattice Showcase

Location:

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Compensation: $146, USD / year

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Product

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company working to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Our systems are powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a real‑time, 3D command and control center. We bring cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

The Lattice Showcase team delivers immersive experiences that tell cohesive, compelling stories about how Anduril products accomplish critical missions. Using Sand Table, our internal 3D visualization platform, we translate complex demonstrations into streamlined, interactive showcases for government and military leaders. We work across multiple product lines—integrating autonomy, hardware, and software—to craft narratives that align stakeholders around mission outcomes.

As a Scenario Designer on the Lattice Showcase team, you will craft compelling and operationally credible demonstrations that showcase Anduril's technology solving real‑world defense challenges.

• Design and develop engaging military scenarios that demonstrate system capabilities and address realistic operational challenges
• Create detailed scenario documentation including mission objectives, environmental conditions, product configurations, and expected outcomes
• Work closely with product teams across autonomy, hardware, and software to understand capabilities that need to be demonstrated, ensuring technical feasibility and optimizing for performance
• Collaborate with the Sand Table team to translate scenario designs into immersive augmented reality experiences
• Prototype scenario concepts to validate designs and gather early feedback
• Identify technical constraints early and develop creative solutions that maintain design integrity while meeting platform requirements
• Gather and incorporate feedback from military stakeholders and internal executive leadership to refine scenario designs
• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to ensure scenario authenticity and operational relevance
• Partner with program managers to ensure scenarios align with mission priorities, meet deliverable milestones, and support business development objectives
• Contribute to the development of scenario design frameworks and best practices that enhance team effectiveness

• Bachelor's degree in Game Design, Interactive Media, Operations Research, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 2+ years of professional experience in scenario design, mission design, level design, or operations analysis for games, interactive simulations, or defense applications
• Portfolio demonstrating scenario/mission/level design work for interactive applications
• Strong communication skills with the ability to create clear design documentation and incorporate stakeholder feedback
• Analytical skills for scenario balancing and iterative design
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Familiarity with game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine, or modeling and simulation tools
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance

• Experience designing scenarios for military simulations, wargames, or defense applications
• Background in military operations or understanding of military doctrine and procedures
• Experience with operations analysis or mission modeling
• Background in scripting or technical implementation (e.g., Python, visual scripting)
• Knowledge of XR design principles and constraints
• Experience working cross‑functionally with engineering and product teams
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance

$146,000 - $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:

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.