Space Systems Test Engineer: Flight Hardware & Automation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Systems Test Engineer for its Space team to own testing of integrated space systems and flight hardware. You will derive test requirements, execute tests, and report results in a safe environment, including unit-level, bus, and payload testing.

You will develop, maintain and upgrade EGSE/MGSE, work in a cleanroom as needed, and support programs across the Space Business Line with a focus on reliability and mission success.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering background in electrical, software, aerospace or related field.
• 4+ years with space systems testing, integration and test campaigns.
• Knowledge of space environmental testing (vibration, thermal vacuum, EMI/EMC).
• Ability to navigate complex systems and produce documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own test campaigns for modules, buses, payloads, and space systems.
• Assist assembly and integration campaigns for flight hardware.
• Define verification and validation plans across teams.
• Create test plans for prototype, qualification and acceptance.
• Develop and maintain EGSE/MGSE for space hardware.
• Develop automated test scripts and reporting systems.
• Generate metrics for debugging and monitoring.
• Triage issues and coordinate corrective actions.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Systems Engineering

Test Engineering

Documentation

Clear Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Linux

Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE)

Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE)

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a Systems Test Engineer for its Space team to own testing of integrated space systems and flight hardware. You will derive test requirements, execute tests, and report results in a safe environment, including unit-level, bus, and payload testing.

You will develop, maintain and upgrade EGSE/MGSE, work in a cleanroom as needed, and support programs across the Space Business Line with a focus on reliability and mission success.