Manufacturing Test Engineering Leader, Advanced Defense Tech

Anduril Industries; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager to lead the EW Manufacturing testing efforts across high-volume defense hardware. You will direct the manufacturing test engineering team, ensuring scalable operations from pre-production to full-scale output and collaborate with product SEIT and development engineering for design testability and seamless production integration.

The role emphasizes advancing automation, data analytics, safety, and cost reduction while

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on manufacturing test and product sustainment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years as a people manager leading manufacturing test engineering or relevant adjacent fields.
• Experienced in Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabVIEW, or other forms of test automation.
• Experience with computer hardware communication protocols: USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, etc.
• Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and knowledge of testing standards including and not limited to: acceptance testing, EOL testing, and ESS testing.
• Proficiency in using electronic and RF test equipment.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of non-conforming electro-mechanical hardware
• Familiar with Test Execution Systems (TES), Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience in managing projects that integrate electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct the manufacturing test engineering team, set objectives, guide initiatives, and assess team outcomes.
• Oversee and consistently contribute improvements of the manufacturing test strategy for each product to ensure scalable operations across Anduril, transitioning from pre-production to full-scale output.
• Collaborate with product SEIT and development engineering for design testability, ensuring seamless production integration.
• Strategize and implement advancements in manufacturing testing, focusing on automation, uniformity, and operational streamlining.
• Maintain test capabilities of multiple products across their respective manufacturing value stream - from system level checkouts and acceptance testing to key component level in process validation.
• Evaluate test data, compile findings, and identify opportunities for product and process enhancements.
• Communicate strategic visions to key stakeholders, guiding the scaling of platforms from pre-production (LRIP) through to mass production (FRP).
• Lead the procurement and implementation of new test equipment, performing cost-benefit and ROI analyses as needed.
• Champion initiatives that enhance safety, reduce costs, improve quality, and increase productivity through testing.
• Cultivate a culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and accountability in the engineering department.
• Act as the go-to technical authority for manufacturing test matters, advising on and troubleshooting complex issues.
• Design proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for manufacturing test equipment.

Skills

Linux

C#

Python

Test automation

Manufacturing test engineering

People management

Electrical engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager to lead the EW Manufacturing testing efforts across high-volume defense hardware. You will direct the manufacturing test engineering team, ensuring scalable operations from pre-production to full-scale output and collaborate with product SEIT and development engineering for design testability and seamless production integration.

The role emphasizes advancing automation, data analytics, safety, and cost reduction while