Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering (Intelligence Systems)

Anduril Industries; Ashville (OH); On-site; USD 126,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries seeks a Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Test Engineering to oversee production test systems across the portfolio, ensuring rigorous testing and scalable automation and data analytics.

You will lead a team to improve throughput, quality, and cost efficiency while guiding transitions from pre-production to mass production. The role combines electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware test responsibilities, with emphasis on safety and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years leading manufacturing test engineering.
• Expertise with Linux, C#, Python, and NixOS.
• Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and testing standards.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of non-conforming hardware.
• Experience with PLM/MES/TES systems.
• Experience managing cross-disciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Direct the manufacturing test engineering team, set objectives and guide outcomes.
• Architect and oversee test strategy for scalable production.
• Implement advancements in testing, focusing on automation and efficiency.
• Evaluate test data, identify opportunities for product and process improvements.
• Communicate strategy to stakeholders and guide production scaling from LRIP to FRP.
• Collaborate with product development for design testability.
• Lead procurement and ROI analyses for new test equipment.
• Foster safety, cost reduction, quality improvement, and productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

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

Tools

Linux

C#

Python

NixOS

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.

ABOUT THE JOB

Intelligence Systems is focused on positioning Anduril as a lead provider of specialized engineering and products for Intelligence Community (IC) customers. We work within the IC to understand their requirements, shape their concepts of operation, and deliver exquisite capability across their problem set. We aim to develop and deploy critically needed capabilities that address our customers’ most pressing national security requirements. As the Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Test Engineering, 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.

This role will be based temporarily at Santa Ana, CA for a 3 month training period before transitioning to Asheville, OH.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Direct the manufacturing test engineering team, set objectives, guide initiatives, and assess team outcomes.
• Architect and oversee the manufacturing test strategy for each product to ensure scalable operations across Anduril, transitioning from pre-production to full-scale output.
• Strategize and implement advancements in manufacturing testing, focusing on automation, uniformity, and operational streamlining.
• 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).
• Collaborate with product development for design testability, ensuring seamless production integration.
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant industry experience leading manufacturing test engineering.
• Expertise in Linux, C#, Python, and NixOS.
• Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and knowledge of testing standards.
• Proficiency in using electronic test equipment.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of non-conforming hardware.
• Familiar with Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Test Execution Systems (TES)
• Experience in managing projects that integrate electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to lead the development of manufacturing test systems and teams.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, MATLAB, and test automation.
• Knowledge of PCBA design, mechanical design, and ESS testing.
• Familiarity with various hardware communication protocols.
• Experience with HASS & ESS-related testing (Thermal, Vibration, etc.)

US Salary Range

$126,000—$167,000 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:

Benefits

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.