Test Engineer, Maritime

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 TEAMWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Test Engineer to join our maritime team. You will work closely with the program leadership and a wide spectrum of cross-departments to help build a team focused on solving hard problems and changing the industry forever. In this role you will be responsible for supporting the integration of various subsystems, leading the testing effort, and ensuring overall system performance meets the required specifications and standards. Join our dynamic team and help us build the next generation of Surface Platforms that will redefine maritime operations.Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.WHAT YOU'LL DO:Support the integration process of various subsystems, including sensors, navigation, propulsion, communication systems, autonomy software, and power systems, into a complete and fully functional surface platformWork within a dynamic team of multidisciplinary engineers and specialists throughout the life of product design, integration, and test effortsSupport design and integration of surface platform subsystems, components and payloads, including managing interfacesResponsible for the development, review, and execution of comprehensive test plans for development, integration, acceptance testingBuild, support and maintain a test and evaluation program that may be subject to government test & evaluation standardsSupport day-to-day test operations for our products, platforms, or sub-assemblies, including conducting pre-mission testing, launch and recovery, vehicle tasking, and data analysis both internal and customer facingResponsible for setting up, collecting and refining operational metricsSupport hands-on troubleshooting, repair, operation, and maintenance of surface maritime platforms in the fieldAuthor and/or review detailed operational test reports to document the step-by-step execution of internal and customer facing efforts to test and evaluate the surface platforms and new capabilitiesSupport local sea testing and operations, including multi-day offshore operationsSupport pre-mission and post-mission logistics required to successfully execute test operationsParticipate in design reviews, requirements analysis, and system verification planning to ensure compliance with project goals and industry standardCollaborate with external partners or customers in the integration and test phases, cataloging and addressing their requirements and ensuring successful integration of their payloads into the surface platform and of the system into the overall mission lifecycleSupport the implementation and maintain processes for maintaining configuration control, version control, documentation and overall safety throughout the entire development and test cycle, including land and sea based efforts for extended hours as requiredAbility to travel (~30%) as required for test planning and executionREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:A genuine interest and 5+ years experience in systems engineering, integration, and testExperience generating TRRs, Test Plans, Test Procedures, and Test ReportsFamiliarity with concepts of mechanical engineering, software development and testing, electrical engineering, and control theoryExperience in field test and operationally focused environmentsKnowledge of electronics troubleshooting and ability to use basic test equipmentExperience with Linux and command line interfaces as well as software debuggingProficient in reading and understanding engineering drawings and specificationsExtremely organized and detail-orientedExcellent verbal & written communication skills (effective for broad audiences)A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative cultureHigh-ownership and a bias toward action - if you see a problem, you want to solve and fix itAbility to travel up to 30% of your time, with potential over 30% during key test campaigns/surgesEligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearancePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Experience operating and testing complex systems in a maritime environmentExperience integrating surface and airborne sensors, surface vessel navigation, and communication systemsDemonstrated experience with marine operational procedures and equipmentProficiency in data analysis tools: Python, MATLAB, R, SQLExperience in developing and managing a test and evaluation programExperience in maritime operations at-seaUS Salary Range$113,000-$149,000 USDThe 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 BenefitsUS 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 BenefitsIncome 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 developmentCommuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.Retirement Savings PlanUS 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.Protecting Yourself from Recruitment ScamsAnduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. 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