Production Test Engineering Manager

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

Job summary

Anduril is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager in Irvine, CA to lead the test engineering team across high-volume defense hardware products. The role emphasizes scalable test strategies, automation, data analytics, and cross-functional collaboration with design and SEIT teams. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in manufacturing test, strong leadership experience, and proficiency in LabVIEW, Python, and C#.

A U.S. Secret clearance eligibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in manufacturing test and product sustainment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Minimum 2+ years as a people manager in manufacturing test.

Responsibilities

• Direct the manufacturing test engineering team and set objectives.
• Improve the test strategy for scalable operations across products.
• Collaborate on design testability and seamless production integration.
• Advance automation, standardization, and data-driven tooling.
• Maintain test capabilities across multiple products and value streams.
• Analyze test data and identify product and process improvements.
• Lead procurement and ROI analyses for new test equipment.
• Foster safety, cost reduction, quality, and productivity through testing.
• Serve as technical authority for manufacturing tests and calibration protocols.

Skills

Test automation

People management

LabVIEW

Python

C#

Electrical engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

TES

MES

PLM

ERP

Job description

ABOUT THE JOB

Anduril’s Manufacturing team is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager to join our team. The EW Manufacturing Team is responsible for rapidly iterating and building cutting-edge defense hardware for Electromagnetic Warfare. We aim to develop and deploy critically needed capabilities that address our customers’ most pressing national security requirements. As the Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager, your role encompasses the strategic oversight and tactical management of production systems to support high-volume products across the portfolio. You are charged with ensuring rigorous testing protocols are in place, resulting in the consistent delivery of superior quality products to our customers. Furthermore, your leadership guarantees the fulfillment of manufacturing’s test throughput requirements. This position demands an innovative approach to resolving complex testing challenges, advancing scalability, and enhancing our automation, throughput, user interfaces, and data analytics methodologies.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• 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.

REQUIRED 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 a 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to lead the development of manufacturing test systems and teams.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, MATLAB, and test automation.
• Knowledge of PCBA design and mechanical design
• Familiarity with various hardware communication protocols.
• Experience with designing HASS & ESS-related tests (Thermal, Vibration, etc.).
• Familiarity in using AI tools

US Salary Range

$146,000 - $194,000 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:

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 .