2027 Field Test Engineer Intern

LinuxCareers; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking an intern to plan, execute, and analyze at-sea tests for autonomous underwater/ surface systems. You will bridge engineering teams and ocean operations in challenging field conditions.

You will troubleshoot, operate, and maintain AUVs/ASVs, lead local operations, draft test plans, and generate daily reports, contributing to product improvements from field insights.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field
• Must be returning to school after internship to continue academic studies for at least one quarter or semester
• U.S. Person status due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required
• Ability to complete a 12-week in-person internship in summer 2027

Responsibilities

• Execute hands-on troubleshooting, repair, operation, and maintenance of AUVs, ASVs, and subsea systems in field conditions
• Lead day-to-day local operations for multiple autonomous platforms including pre-mission testing, launch and recovery, vehicle tasking, and data analysis
• Write, review, and execute test plans during sea testing operations
• Author detailed daily operational test reports documenting execution of test and evaluation efforts
• Contribute to design reviews and next-generation product improvements based on field experience
• Deploy globally in support of maritime operations and participate in nearshore sea test days

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company building AI-powered autonomous systems for military applications. This internship role involves planning, executing, and analyzing at-sea test events for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), autonomous surface vessels (ASVs), and subsea systems, serving as the critical link between engineering teams and real-world ocean operations.

What You'll Do

• Execute hands-on troubleshooting, repair, operation, and maintenance of AUVs, ASVs, and subsea systems in field conditions
• Lead day-to-day local operations for multiple autonomous platforms including pre-mission testing, launch and recovery, vehicle tasking, and data analysis
• Write, review, and execute test plans during sea testing operations
• Author detailed daily operational test reports documenting execution of test and evaluation efforts
• Contribute to design reviews and next-generation product improvements based on field experience
• Deploy globally in support of maritime operations and participate in nearshore sea test days

What You Need

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field
• Must be returning to school after internship to continue academic studies for at least one quarter or semester
• U.S. Person status due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required
• Ability to complete a 12-week in-person internship in summer 2027

Nice to Have

• Experience with software development
• Understanding of integrating subsea acoustic sensors, underwater navigation, and communication systems
• Proficiency in reading and understanding engineering drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of offshore HSE policies and best practices
• Experience with Linux and command line interfaces as well as software debugging
• Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and basic use of test equipment
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to deploy up to 50% of the time

$32-$40 USD hourly. Highly competitive equity grants included in majority of full-time offers. Comprehensive competitive benefits package available for full-time employees.