Senior Development Test Engineer
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Job description
Anduril Industries is hiring a Senior Development Test Engineer — a full-time, based in Costa Mesa, CA role ($146k–$194k). Apply directly on Anduril Industries's careers page below.
Senior Development Test Engineer - Air Dominance & Strike
Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States
Department: Hardware Platform : Hardware Test Operations : Dev Test
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.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Own the execution of structural, performance, and environmental development testing on air vehicles, missiles and launch systems.
- Lead test campaigns including test planning, test setup design, test execution, data analysis, and equipment design/fabrication.
- Generate work instructions to direct and instruct technicians in the fabrication and integration of test articles and equipment.
- Operate data acquisition and control systems, as well as thermal chambers, electrodynamics shakers, and fluid power systems.
- Use your experience as a Sr. Engineer to mentor and guide junior engineers.
- 5+ years of professional experience in a related engineering field
- High competence with, and fluid use of engineering first principles
- BS, MS or PhD in an engineering discipline
- Must be eligible to obtain / maintain US Security Clearance.
- Must be able to perform physical efforts including standing for extended periods and lifting and carrying material or equipment up to 25 lbs unassisted
- Knowledge of hazardous or pressurized systems (cryogenics, hydraulics, jet fuels, and energy storage systems)
- Familiarity with instrumentation and control components (accelerometers, load cells, thermocouples, pressure transducers, strain gauges, RTDs, and others)
- Familiarity with industry-standard test guidance - MIL-STD-810, RCC-319
- Proficiency in at least one coding language (Python, Matlab, etc)
- Experience with 3D modeling software and PLM (Siemens NX, Teamcenter, etc)
- Ability to integrate electronic components into mechanical designs (motors, controllers, sensors etc.)
- Experience with machining, sheet metal, and 3D printing
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.
Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams
Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.
To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:
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No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
- Please always verify communications:
- Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an
@anduril.comaddress. - Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
- Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an
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Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
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What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.
Data Privacy
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Senior Development Test Engineer at Anduril Industries?
The estimated salary range for Senior Development Test Engineer at Anduril Industries is $146,000 - $194,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Senior Development Test Engineer at Anduril Industries?
The required skills for Senior Development Test Engineer at Anduril Industries include: Python, Matlab.
What is the seniority level for Senior Development Test Engineer at Anduril Industries?
Senior Development Test Engineer at Anduril Industries is a Senior / Mid Level level position.
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