Development Test Engineer - Air Dominance & Strike

Anduril; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Development Test Engineer to shape how air vehicle systems fly. You will work with design engineers to resolve hardware anomalies, optimize performance, and uphold safety standards.

The role requires 2+ years in engineering, proficiency with first principles, and eligibility for a US Security Clearance. The position focuses on physical testing, data acquisition, and integration of test hardware.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in a related engineering field.
• Strong grasp of engineering first principles.
• BS, MS or PhD in an engineering discipline.
• Must be eligible to obtain/maintain US Security Clearance.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Execute structural, performance, and environmental development testing on air vehicles, missiles and launch systems.
• Lead test campaigns including test planning, setup design, execution, data analysis, and equipment fabrication.
• Generate work instructions to direct technicians in fabrication and integration of test articles and equipment.
• Operate data acquisition and control systems, thermal chambers, shakers, and fluid power systems.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Data analysis

Problem solving

Security clearance eligibility

Physical stamina

Education

BS/MS/PhD in engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

PLM

Job description

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.

Ready to shape the future of defense technology? We are looking for a Development Test Engineer to join our fast-growing Air Dominance & Strike team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you won't just run tests—you will actively shape how our air vehicle systems fly. You’ll work side-by-side with design engineers to solve tough hardware anomalies, optimize product performance, and maintain a rigorous standard of safety.

What you’ll do

• Execute 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.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

US Salary Range

$112,000 - $149,000 USD

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.