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.
The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril plays a crucial role in our mission, ensuring that every product meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, software qualification testing and much more.
This position is looking for a highly motivated Test & Evaluation Engineer with emphasis in software/hardware interface, networking, and diagnostics. If you are interested in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded, this is an excellent opportunity for you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- As a Test and Evaluation (T&E) engineer, under minimal supervision, you will be lead test planning, execution, and reporting of both small and large coordinated test events
- Collect and perform initial test data analysis for the system under test.
- Perform software and integration testing of counter-UAS systems, in both simulated and field environments
- Dive deep technically into the full Family of Systems in Anduril’s Air Defense portfolio
- Collaborate with engineering teams to interpret test data, identify system behaviors, and drive product enhancements, process improvements
- Interface with customers during test events at 3rd party ranges
- Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering.
- Minimum of 8 years' experience in test engineering.
- Thorough understanding of engineering principles, especially in test engineering and test management
- Quick learner with the capacity to accurately implement new concepts and effectively manage multiple project phases.
- Proven experience in designing and executing rigorous testing protocols.
- Skillful in data analysis and comfortable in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong interpersonal abilities.
- Availability to travel for testing-related activities on an as needed basis.
- Flexibility to work additional hours as needed.
- Ability to immediately obtain a U.S. Secret-Level security clearance.
- Direct experience with UAS design or operational deployment.
- Advanced knowledge of UAV testing methodologies and data analysis.
- Familiarity with test/requirements software such as TestRail, Jama, Siemens PLM, etc
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, etc
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:
Healthcare Benefits
- US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
- IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
- Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
- Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
- Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
- Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
- Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
- US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
- UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
- AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
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