Senior RF Integration Engineer

Anduril-1; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a seasoned hardware/software system validator to lead test strategy and execution for EW/RF products. You will validate wireless hardware, develop test plans, and drive failure analysis across integration levels with Python/Matlab, Linux tooling, and automation. Role requires 6+ years of experience, a relevant engineering degree, and an active U.S.

Secret clearance. On-site Costa Mesa location, with travel to test sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hardware/software/system validation experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with test equipment and lab environments.
• Proficient in Python or Matlab for data analysis.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain electrical system test strategy and test plans for EW/RF products.
• Characterize wireless communication systems and devices.
• Analyze and drive coverage and analysis of failures in integration, characterization, and system testing.
• Integrate testing of subassemblies and systems including RF and digital hardware, firmware, embedded software, and application software.
• Facilitate electrical system performance, calibration, durability, and environmental testing per test plan.
• Develop and maintain test standards, design and develop test equipment, or procure/handle purchased test capital equipment.
• Support and perform field testing and act as liaison for ground and flight testing.
• Leverage data analysis to reproduce and characterize failures.
• Automate tests to enhance test coverage and ensure reproducibility.

Skills

Hardware validation

Software validation

System testing

Python/Matlab

Linux

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Vector network analyzers

Test scripts (Python)

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.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Create and maintain electrical system test strategy and test plans for various Anduril Electronics Warfare (EW) and Radio Frequency (RF) products.
• Characterize wireless communication systems and devices.
• Analyze and drive coverage and analysis of failures observed in integration, characterization, and system level testing.
• Integration testing of subassemblies and systems including RF and digital hardware, firmware, embedded software, and application software.
• Facilitate electrical system performance, calibration, durability, and environmental testing of developmental components and systems per test plan.
• Develop and maintain test standards, design and develop test equipment, or procuring and handling purchased test capital equipment to support test readiness.
• Support and perform field testing and act as a liaison to conduct ground and flight testing.
• Leverage data analysis and existing tools to reproduce and characterize failures.
• Automate tests to enhance test coverage and ensure reproducibility and repeatability.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on hardware, software, and / or system validation and verification testing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related fields
• Skilled with test equipment like multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and vector network analyzers.
• Familiar with Linux applications like command line (terminal) interface, creating and executing shell scripts, debug utilities, and general file system navigation.
• Familiar with programming languages like Python or Matlab to perform data parsing, data analysis, and test automation.
• Strong root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to travel to and work at remote sites supporting test integration, commissioning, and training as required.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, communication, and organization skills.
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiar with wireless communication protocols and test methods.
• Familiar with military and spectrum regulatory standards and test methods.

US Salary Range

$132,000 - $198,000 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:

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