Manufacturing Test Engineer - Product & Integration Test [SAT Focus]

Anduril Industries; United States; On-site; USD 132,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to advance subsea robotics testing and acceptance at a cutting-edge startup pace. You will develop high-fidelity test procedures for the AUV portfolio, collaborating with engineering and electro-mechanical technicians to scale production while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities include optimizing offshore test design, automating post-mission analysis, and building a broad test capability across the manufacturing value stream.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, EE/Computer Engineering, Ocean Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably test design of electro-mechanical hardware in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in analyzing or reviewing sonar and/or acoustic data from subsea sensors
• Well versed with Autonomous Underwater Vehicles and/or offshore robotics testing and are passionate about understanding what it takes to make them work reliably
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Matlab, SHELL, or others
• Have experience developing full system test plans and know how to execute them on fast-paced product development timelines
• Have experience with programming/testing a wide range of sensors, actuators, and electrical components
• Bias for action – if you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it
• Can prototype and run your own tests, from experimental setup to hardware and software implementation
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Optimize test design and execution of offshore acceptance testing of AUVs, including test plan generation, fixture development, and data analysis tools
• Collaborate with Systems/Test and Evaluation teams throughout product development cycles to perform risk assessments, transition test campaign to operationalized production testing, drive reductions in offshore acceptance test cycles, and mature in-factory acceptance testing within production line
• Develop automated post-mission analysis tools to evaluate vehicle performance through acceptance test
• Build a broad range of test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream - from system level checkouts and acceptance testing to key component level in process validation
• Develop, execute, and manage test ecosystem to de-risk hardware and ensure product meets target reliability levels and ultimate design intent
• Perform hands‑on and data-driven root cause analysis of electromechanical subsystems utilizing structured problem solving methodologies
• Design and implement semi-automated testing equipment/protocols for subsystem characterization and reliability/environmental testing
• Produce and maintain testing logs/data, develop library of error codes with troubleshooting logic/diagrams for fast issue resolution

Skills

Python

Matlab

Shell

Test design

Sonar data

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PLM

MES

TES

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.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril is fielding the next generation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of seabed exploration. Founded in 2018 by a group of experts in the AUV industry, 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 for the US Navy and DARPA while simultaneously performing Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) commercial surveys. Anduril is a well-funded, venture-backed team with over 100-years of combined AUV experience from organizations such as Liquid Robotics, Teledyne, Bluefin Robotics, Oceaneering, the US Navy, and more.

As our team continues to quickly grow, we are looking for motivated candidates that are inspired to work within an extremely energetic, creative, and innovative team that is passionate about subsea robotics and exploring the open ocean. We work in a highly dynamic environment where collaboration and idea sharing are a way of life.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to join Anduril, working in a cutting-edge start-up environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in subsea robotics. The Manufacturing Test Engineer will be charged with developing and implementing high-fidelity, acceptance test procedures for Anduril’s portfolio of AUV’s. Working closely with engineering staff and a team of skilled electro-mechanical technicians, this role is key to advancing our testing capabilities to ensure the highest levels quality are achieved as we continue drive scalability into our production operations.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Optimize test design and execution of offshore acceptance testing of AUV’s, including test plan generation, fixture development, and data analysis tools.
• Collaborate with Systems/Test and Evaluation teams throughout product development cycles to perform risk assessments, transition test campaign to operationalized production testing, drive reductions in offshore acceptance test cycles, and mature in-factory acceptance testing within production line.
• Develop automated post-mission analysis tools to evaluate vehicle performance through acceptance test.
• Build a broad range of test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream - from system level checkouts and acceptance testing to key component level in process validation.
• Develop, execute, and manage test eco-system to de-risk hardware and ensure product meets target reliability levels and ultimate design intent.
• Perform hands‑on and data-driven root cause analysis of electromechanical subsystems utilizing structured problem solving methodologies.
• Design and implement semi-automated testing equipment/protocols for subsystem characterization and reliability/environmental testing.
• Produce and maintain testing logs/data, develop library of error codes with troubleshooting logic/diagrams for fast issue resolution.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, EE/Computer Engineering, Ocean Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably test design of electro-mechanical hardware in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in analyzing or reviewing sonar and/or acoustic data from subsea sensors
• Well versed with Autonomous Underwater Vehicles and/or offshore robotics testing and are passionate about understanding what it takes to make them work reliably
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Matlab, SHELL, or others
• Have experience developing full system test plans and know how to execute them on fast-paced product development timelines
• Have experience with programming/testing a wide range of sensors, actuators, and electrical components
• Bias for action – if you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it
• Can prototype and run your own tests, from experimental setup to hardware and software implementation
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiar with Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Test Execution Systems (TES)
• Demonstrated ability to learn new skills or adapt to new situations. Un-phased by challenges that go beyond the traditional comfort zone or work experience. Multidisciplinary approach to problem solving
• Comfortable with high project ownership under technical and schedule pressure, particularly where the scope and definition are limited
• Experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high voltage up to 400V)
• Experience working on projects that involve the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems

US Salary Range $132,000 — $175,000 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:

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 .