Senior Test Automation Engineer, Hardware

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 TEAM Anduril’s Tactical Recon & Strike (TRS) is a division with two missions: 1) build highly capable autonomous drones, and 2) build solid rocket motors at scale. We transform products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, and Altius from early concepts into fully operational capabilities by partnering closely with specialist engineering, operations, and production teams. Through our Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) team, we design and manufacture solid rocket motors using advanced materials, proprietary formulations, and high-volume production methods—delivering safe, reliable propulsion systems that support a wide range of mission requirements. TRS hires software engineers & hardware engineers, who are excited to build across a diverse and powerful portfolio—from autonomous aerial systems to high-performance solid rocket motors. Our teams contribute to highly capable autonomous robotics systems and propulsion products that operate reliably in the most demanding mission environment. ABOUT THE JOB We are looking to bring on a Senior Test Automation Engineer, Hardware to design and deliver test systems for Anduril’s electronic products. This person will work to identify gaps in test coverage and own the design and delivery of the hardware and software test solution. A strong Test Design Engineer will need to have a proven track record of delivering turn-key test solutions for electronic components and systems and a background in hardware, software, integration and sustainment. WHAT YOU'LL DO Manage a small team of Test Automation Engineers to deliver End to End test solutions for customers Define, own, and execute End of Line test plans for a set of new products and features, in collaboration with firmware, software, and hardware design teams Define and implement test strategies that optimize product safety, product reliability, risk mitigation, FMEA coverage, and schedule Design and execution of PCBA and electrical system components with hands on testing and rework as necessary Data analysis and clear communication of results and collaboration with design engineers to resolve any product problems found via test Design and implement next generation test automation hardware systems to facilitate fast and repeatable testing of product Execution and management of purchasing, build, integration and final commissioning of functional testers Develop test procedures and test automation from component level to system level Support board bring-up and bench validation as needed Support Design Engineer with DFT, provide feedback from test results to improve quality and test coverage Support manufacture test bring-up and yield Support in Root Cause Analysis process Lead and participate as a key contributor in design reviews Provide technical mentorship to engineering teams REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 8+ years of hands on electrical engineering experience designing functional test equipment 5+ years of experience in Schematic Capture and/or PCBA layout (experience with Altium Designer is a plus) 2+ years of experience in scripting language to develop automation (C/C++/C#, Python, or MATLAB – experience in LabVIEW is a plus) Experience with peripherals and developing test and validation strategies Advanced experience with computer hardware communication bus protocols: USB, I2C, I2S, CSI, Ethernet, SPI, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, serial comms, etc. Collaborate with a cross-functional team to support product development from prototype to production Understanding of lab safety protocols when working in all types of lab environment Familiarity with measurement analysis techniques such as Gage RR and Process Capability Analysis Understanding both hardware and software integration and test process Experience with source code revision and control (experience with GitHub is a plus) Must be eligible for a Security Clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and VISIO A detail-oriented individual who strives in an environment that values effective team collaboration Hands-on experience with NI TestStand software Experience in Product Release Cycle from prototype to production and key deliverables of each phase Experience RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Power Meters Experience with testing RF components like power amplifiers, transmitters, receivers, and filters Experience with wired networking technologies (Gigabit, 10Gigabit) Hands-on experience with complex networking equipment, a deep understanding of networking protocols, test design and implementation chops and a background in IP network design  US Salary Range$126,000—$167,000 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:    Benefits 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, https://www.anduril.com/careers.   Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril 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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