Manufacturing Test Engineer

Reposted 13 Days Ago
Costa Mesa, CA
In-Office
129K-171K Annually
Mid level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
Transforming US & allied military capabilities with advanced technology.
The Role
As a Manufacturing Test Engineer, you will ensure high-quality products through testing, troubleshooting, and improving automation and data analysis processes.
Summary Generated by Built In

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
As a Manufacturing Test Engineer you will be responsible for ensuring that we are testing our systems to stringent standards ensuring that we are consistently shipping the highest quality products to our customers. Additionally you will ensure that we are able to meet the required throughput requirements of production. In this role you’ll need to think creatively and come up with solutions to solve difficult testing problems and push to continuously improve our methods of automation, throughput, user interfaces, and data analytics.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
    • Maintain ownership of test activities in production and ensuring production test flow. Provide hands-on troubleshooting efforts and resolve complex electrical issues found during testing.
    • Maintain test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream - from system level checkouts and acceptance testing to key component level in process validation.
    • Improve and sustain existing test systems to improve automation, consistency, total cycle time, and test coverage (DfM).
    • Generate test work instructions that can be easily followed by technician team in MES. Train technicians on equipment use as required.
    • Develop library of common failure modes with troubleshooting guide/diagrams for fast issue resolution.
    • Determine root cause of product failures and recommend appropriate corrective actions (RCCA).
    • Work with Design, Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to support customer returns and failure analysis.
    • Contribute feedback to early-stage test design for test processes supporting early-stage products (NPI).
    • Analyze test data, document results, and provide detailed reports to identify defects and areas for improvement.
    • Collaborate with design engineers to provide feedback and recommendations for product enhancements based on test outcomes.
    • Optimize test strategies for efficiency and effectiveness, reducing test time without compromising quality.
    • Maintain and calibrate test equipment to ensure precision and reliability.
    • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance testing processes and methodologies.
    • Execute testing as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields
    • 3+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on manufacturing test and product sustainment.
    • Familiarity with Linux, Ubuntu, LabVIEW, and NixOS.
    • Experience with contract manufacturers in the testing of PCBA/electronic assemblies. Thorough knowledge of PCBA testing standards and methods.
    • Familiarity with electronics test equipment such as power supplies, electronic loads, oscilloscope, function generators, spectrum analyzers, data acquisition and measurement sensors.
    • Strong root cause analysis skills of non-conforming hardware.
    • Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills.
    • Familiar with Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Test Execution Systems (TES)
    • Experience working on projects that involve the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems.
    • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
    • Pursuing a Master’s of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
    • Familiarity with Python, LabVIEW and/or MATLAB for data parsing and data visualization.
    • Experience with test automation, PCBA design, and mechanical design.
    • Experience with computer hardware communication protocols: USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, etc.
    • Experience with ESS-related testing (Thermal, Vibration, etc.)
    • Active Security Clearance
US Salary Range
$129,000$171,000 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: 

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. 

To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/. 

Top Skills

Labview
Linux
Matlab
Nixos
Python
Ubuntu

What the Team is Saying

Christine
Spencer
Ruby
Nabil
Nicole Storozhenko
Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Costa Mesa, CA
6,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

Anduril is a defense products company. Unlike most defense companies, we don’t wait for our customers to tell us what they need. We identify problems, privately fund our R&D and sell finished products off the shelf. Ideas are turned into deployed capabilities in months, not years.

Why Work With Us

Thinkers and doers working interdependently. We bring the brightest minds and best-in-class talent together with veterans who have lived the problems of our warfighters.

Gallery

Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery

Anduril Teams

Team
Product + Tech
Team
Lattice Solutions
Team
Force Protection
About our Teams

Anduril Offices

OnSite Workspace

Typical time on-site: None
Company Office Image
HQCosta Mesa, CA
Company Office Image
Boston, MA
Company Office Image
Lexington, MA
London, GB
Company Office Image
Marietta, GA
Company Office Image
Seattle, WA
Company Office Image
Sydney, New South Wales
Company Office Image
Washington, DC
Learn more

Similar Jobs

Anduril Logo Anduril

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
In-Office
Costa Mesa, CA, USA
146K-194K Annually

Anduril Logo Anduril

Senior Software Engineer

Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
In-Office
Costa Mesa, CA, USA
146K-194K Annually

Anduril Logo Anduril

Senior Firmware Engineer

Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
In-Office
Costa Mesa, CA, USA
146K-194K Annually

Anduril Logo Anduril

Senior Electrical Engineer

Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
In-Office
Costa Mesa, CA, USA
146K-194K Annually

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account