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Anduril Industries · 3 hours ago

Manufacturing Test Engineer III

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$129K/yr - $171K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through innovative technology. The Manufacturing Test Engineer III will ensure high-quality testing of products, improve testing processes, and collaborate with various engineering teams to resolve issues and enhance product reliability.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Manufacturing test experienceRoot cause analysisPCBA testing standardsLinux familiarityLabVIEW proficiencyTest automation experienceElectrical engineering degreeCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields

5+ 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

7+ 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

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

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.

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.

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.

Annual reimbursement for professional development

Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Available depending on role eligibility.