Rapid Integration & Test Engineer – Autonomous UAS

Anduril-1; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Rapid Integration Engineer to advance rapid prototyping of autonomous systems and unmanned vehicles. You will integrate hardware and software, prototype quickly, and collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to iterate on solutions.

The role demands hands‑on systems integration, testing, and documentation, with travel as needed and eligibility for U.S. security clearance. Anduril emphasizes cutting‑edge autonomy and AI in defense tech.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years of experience with open source autopilot systems and ArduPilot stack on unmanned vehicles.
• Willingness to travel for project planning, testing, and execution.
• Experience with rapid prototyping, 3D printing, laser cutting, and composites.
• Strong fundamentals in aerodynamics, flight performance, structures, electrical, and GNC.
• Understanding of the National Airspace System and UAS regulations.
• Practical experience with small UAS or drones.
• Excellent communication and ability to work independently or in teams.
• Eligible for U.S. security clearance; able to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, construction, and testing of UAS prototypes and early-stage products.
• Integrate hardware onto unmanned vehicles including sensors and control systems.
• Coordinate hardware and software integration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate hardware functionality and reliability.
• Document design processes and test results with engineering records.

Skills

Autopilot systems

Unmanned vehicles

Open source software

Flight testing

GNC fundamentals

Documentation

System integration

3D printing

Python

C++

ROS

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ROS

Python

C++

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a Rapid Integration Engineer to advance rapid prototyping of autonomous systems and unmanned vehicles. You will integrate hardware and software, prototype quickly, and collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to iterate on solutions.

The role demands hands‑on systems integration, testing, and documentation, with travel as needed and eligibility for U.S. security clearance. Anduril emphasizes cutting‑edge autonomy and AI in defense tech.