Senior Development Engineer - Large-Scale Test Systems

Anduril Industries, Inc.

Costa Mesa, Northern (CA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 166,000 - 220,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Staff Development Engineer to lead the Internal Capabilities Development team. You will design and build MIL-STD-810H compliant test equipment, own mechanical design and fabrication drawings, and mentor a small team of engineers and technicians.

You will collaborate with ETC and product teams, drive process standardization, and ensure safety and quality across lab builds.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Electrical or Aerospace also considered).
8+ years of hands-on experience designing and building test equipment or complex electromechanical systems.
2+ years leading or mentoring engineers or technicians (2–5).

Responsibilities

Lead development of large-scale test capabilities from requirements and concept through fabrication, assembly, commissioning, and handoff.
Own mechanical design and CAD for custom test equipment, including structural, thermal, and hydraulic subsystems, designed to MIL-STD-810H methods.
Produce fabrication-ready drawing packages (GD&T, weldments, sheet metal) and work with internal machine shop.
Lead, mentor, and set technical direction for a team of engineers, technicians, and interns (2–5).
Oversee integration of PLC controls, LabVIEW/NI DAQ, instrumentation, and electrical enclosures across builds.