Test Technician

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Dev Test Technician to perform hardware testing on a variety of systems and structures. You will set up and run testing equipment, from environmental chambers to vibration tables, to execute test objectives and inform design decisions.

The role requires 3+ years in an engineering technician capacity, experience with environmental chambers, DAQ systems, and wiring/panel builds. A 2nd shift may be required, and travel to test sites is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in an engineering technician capacity or similar.
• Experience with environmental chamber equipment, vibration qualification testing, and/or battery discharge testing.
• Experience with wire harnessing, electrical layout, and enclosure build out.
• Familiarity with basic AC/DC power (single-phase, three-phase).
• Experience in preparing and executing test procedures with high levels of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated hands‑on fabrication and assembly skills.
• Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, demanding, flexible team environment.
• Ability to work 2nd shift hours.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

Responsibilities

• Member of an interdisciplinary team capable of executing static, dynamic, fatigue, thermal and vibration testing
• Test items ranging from small integrated electronics systems to whole aircraft fuselages and large structures
• Operate and maintain thermal chambers, vibration tables, data acquisition systems and structural testing equipment as needed to execute test objectives
• Build test equipment and execute test procedures to inform and validate design decisions
• Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
• Travel to test sites as needed

Skills

Engineering technician experience

Electrical & instrumentation

Fabrication & assembly

DAQ systems familiarity

Attention to detail

Tools

DAQ systems

Thermal chambers

Vibration tables

Electrical layout tools

Job description

About The Team

The Development team is responsible for executing static, dynamic, fatigue, thermal, and vibration testing across all of Anduril’s platforms!

About The Job

We are looking for a Dev Test Technician to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible performing hardware testing on a variety of systems and structures! This will require the ability to setup and run various testing equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Member of an interdisciplinary team capable of executing static, dynamic, fatigue, thermal and vibration testing
• Test items ranging from small integrated electronics systems to whole aircraft fuselages and large structures
• Operate and maintain thermal chambers, vibration tables, data acquisition systems and structural testing equipment as needed to execute test objectives
• Build test equipment and execute test procedures to inform and validate design decisions
• Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
• Travel to test sites as needed

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in a engineering technician capacity or similar
• Experience with environmental chamber equipment, vibration qualification testing, and/or battery discharge testing
• Experience with wire harnessing, electrical layout, and enclosure build out
• Familiarity with basic AC/DC power (single-phase, three-phase)
• Experience in preparing and executing test procedures with high levels of attention to detail
• Demonstrated hands‑on fabrication and assembly skills
• Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, demanding, flexible team environment
• Ability to work 2nd shift hours
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in a engineering technician capacity or similar
• Familiarity with DAQ system setup and collection
• Familiarity with electro‑mechanical systems such as motors, computers, and power systems
• Familiarity with hydraulics and hydraulic actuators
• Experience with machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and 3D printing
• Demonstrated sense of drive and ability to work in cross‑functional teams effectively
• Eligible for a US security clearance

US Salary Range

$37—$49 USD

Benefits

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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