Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering (Intelligence Systems)

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

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Test Engineering to lead testing for our Intelligence Systems portfolio. You will direct the manufacturing test engineering team, set objectives, and scale test strategies across products to ensure throughput, quality, and safety.

This role begins with a 3‑month training in Santa Ana, CA, then transitions to Asheville, OH. You will partner with product development, procurement, and operations to advance automation, data analytics, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years leading manufacturing test engineering.
• Expertise in Linux, C#, Python, and NixOS.
• Experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and testing standards.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment.
• Strong root-cause analysis for non-conforming hardware.
• Familiar with PLM, MES, and TES systems.
• Security clearance: Active U.S. Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct the manufacturing test engineering team, set objectives, guide initiatives, and assess outcomes.
• Architect and oversee test strategy for scalable production across products.
• Advance automation, uniformity, and operational efficiency in testing.
• Evaluate test data, identify product and process improvements.
• Communicate vision to stakeholders; scale from LRIP to FRP.
• Collaborate with product development for testability and production integration.
• Lead procurement and implementation of new test equipment with ROI analyses.
• Drive initiatives that improve safety, reduce costs, and raise quality.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and accountability in the engineering org.
• Serve as technical authority on manufacturing test; troubleshoot complex issues.
• Design maintenance/calibration protocols for test equipment.

Skills

Linux

C#

Python

NixOS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

Tools

PCBA testing

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Test Engineering (Intelligence Systems)

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:

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 .

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