Electrical Test Technician, Dive-XL

Anduril Industries; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Rhode Island is seeking a Test Technician to join our subsea robotics team, focusing on delivering Dive-XL autonomous underwater vehicles. You will work hands-on with electromechanical assemblies and integrate them into final AUV products alongside engineers and operations staff.

The role requires a strong electronics background, meticulous test procedures, and the ability to read schematics.

Qualifications

• Solid electronics background in robotics/defense domains.
• Experience executing detailed test procedures with high accuracy.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Experience using basic electrical test equipment and lab procedures.
• Commitment to high-quality, accountable workmanship.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret clearance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electromechanical assemblies for AUVs and related subsystems.
• Flash/load correct software/firmware versions onto devices.
• Build, test, and integrate complex electrical and mechanical parts.
• Execute End-of-Line tests per detailed procedures.
• Perform incoming quality inspections on PCBA components.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronics to component level.
• Contribute to development and improvement of production processes.
• Maintain 5S lab practices and manage tools and materials.

Skills

Electronics

Robotics

Defense industry

Attention to detail

Schematic interpretation

Verbal communication

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Function Generators

DMMs

Job description

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills

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

Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Anduril has brought to the market a unique, ultra-long-range, full-ocean-depth platform, and a completely refreshed maritime vehicle and flexible manufacturing architecture that scales from "large" to "extra-large" vehicle sizes. Today, Anduril is executing on multi-million-dollar contracts while simultaneously performing Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) AUV operations.

About The Role

We are looking for a Test Technician to join our growing team in Quonset, RI. In this role, you will work on cutting-edge technology aimed at advancing the state-of-the-possible in subsea robotics, specifically for our Dive-XL. You will play a key role in delivering our AUVs to our customers by working hands-on with our engineering team on a multi-disciplinary environment to scale our AUV production globally. This role will be testing complex electromechanical assemblies and integrating them into the final product!

What You’ll Do

• Work within a team of multidisciplinary engineers and operations team on pressure vessel assembly and test as part overall AUV production integration
• Perform configuration tasks to flash/load correct SW/FW versions onto devices.
• Build, test, and integrate complex electrical and mechanical assemblies into our world class AUVs
• Execute on detailed sub-system End-of-Line (EOL) tests from prepared procedures
• Perform incoming quality inspection testing on PCBA’s
• Proficient at troubleshooting and repair of electrical, electronics and integrated circuits to the component level.
• Help develop, document, and improve the pressure vessel production process
• 5S work areas, perform part inspections, close out work order, and follow safety best practices
• Support management of tools, equipment, and lab supplies (maintenance, calibrations, raw material stock)
• Potential of traveling offshore to support our operations

Required Qualifications

• Solid background in electronics working in relevant fields (Robotics, Defense, Avionics)
• Experience in preparing and executing test procedures with high levels of attention to detail
• Familiarity with electrical engineering principles and concepts
• Experience working off of technical documentation, electrical schematics, and engineering drawings
• Commitment to a high-quality product and strong sense of personal accountability
• Familiarity with basic electrical test equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, function generators, etc.
• Show up everyday with a high level of urgency and enthusiasm to get the job done
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in sub-sea robotics (AUVs, UUVs, underwater equipment)
• Experience working with electrical systems up to 400VDC
• Subsea cable splicing or fabrication experience
• Experience with pressure vessels and/or pressure systems/equipment
• IPC 610 and/or 620 Certification
• Experience with low volume / high mix manufacturing
• Experience in hardware testing & automated test systems

US Hourly Range

$28—$37 USD

Benefits

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 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.