Test & Evaluation Engineer

Slope; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and recovery support

Equity grants for full-time offers

Job summary

Slope is seeking an experienced Lead Maritime Test Engineer in Quincy, Massachusetts, focusing on developmental testing of autonomous systems. You will lead a testing team, drive industry change, and manage system-level testing of hardware and software.

This role requires a strong engineering background with extensive experience in systems engineering, integration, and testing. Join our inclusive culture committed to innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering, integration, and testing.
• 7+ years as a lead test conductor/director for developmental systems.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute full system-level T&E of software and hardware.
• Assist in integration of subsystems into a functional product.
• Provide technical guidance to the Field Operations team.

Skills

Systems engineering

Integration and testing

Technical guidance

Data analysis

Excellent communication skills

Linux and software debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline

Master's degree in engineering or related discipline

Tools

Command-line interfaces

Programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript

Job description

About Anduril Industries

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 real‑time, 3‑D 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.

Position Overview

This role seeks an experienced lead maritime test engineer focused on developmental testing of autonomous systems and program‑level responsibilities. You will work closely with program leadership and cross‑department partners to build and manage a testing team that tackles hard problems and drives industry change. The responsibilities include planning, coordination, execution, and reporting on all facets of the test program.

What You’ll Do

• Own, plan, and execute full system‑level T&E of hardware and software with emphasis on driving design maturation fast. Conduct shore and sea‑based test, initial issue investigation, root cause analysis, corrective action, and process improvement/development.
• Assist in the integration process of various subsystems, including sensors, communication systems, and autonomy software, into a complete and fully functional underwater sensor product.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to the Field Operations team, including test authority, task assignment, and event scheduling.
• Implement and maintain processes for test documentation throughout the entire development and test cycle.
• Work closely with program management and other engineering department leads to establish requirements, communicate test campaign schedule and progress, establish test campaign gates, develop milestones, and identify areas of improvement based on collected results in test.
• Collaborate with external partners or customers during integration and test phases; address stakeholder requirements and ensure successful integration of their payloads into the system as part of the overall mission lifecycle.
• Embed within a dynamic team of multidisciplinary engineers and specialists throughout the life of product design, integration, and test efforts.
• Participate in design reviews, requirements analysis, test objectives and measures, and system verification planning to ensure compliance with project goals and industry standards.
• Lead a team to conduct shore and sea‑based testing at private and government‑owned test ranges.
• Plan, execute, and report on lab, shore, and sea‑based tests as required.
• Oversee test data collection efforts and perform initial data analysis for the system under test.
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• A genuine interest and 10+ years experience in systems engineering, integration and testing.
• 7+ years of experience as a lead test conductor/test director for developmental systems on manned and/or unmanned sea‑craft—including requirements development, test planning and execution, and test reporting.
• Ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
• Previous expertise and working knowledge of maritime operating rules and regulations.
• Strong computer and documentation experience, including Linux, command‑line interfaces, and software debugging.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; capable of performing complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.
• Sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture.
• Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution.
• Willingness to work extended hours as required.
• Bias for action – if you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it.
• Immediate eligibility to obtain a U.S. Top Secret‑Level security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Prior experience with software code/script building using programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript.
• Working knowledge with COTs Small Autonomous Systems—autopilot and mission planning software.
• Previous experience with and/or current working knowledge of MIL‑STD‑1553, MIL‑STD‑1760, AS8775, AS5653.
• Experience working with maritime personnel and familiarity with maritime terminology.
• Experience with tactical datalinks.
• Experience with multiple different propulsion systems, including air and non‑air breathing.

US Salary Range

$146,000 – $194,000 USD

Benefits

Anduril offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees. The package includes health, recovery, and other support to ensure you are cared for. Equity grants are included in most full‑time offers and are considered part of the overall compensation package.