Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing Test, Electronic Warfare

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Irvine, CACosta Mesa, CA
Salary: $129,000–$171,000 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing Test, Electronic Warfare

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Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing Test joins the Electromagnetic Warfare team to manage production test flows and ensure high-quality hardware output. This role involves maintaining test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream, from system level checkouts to component validation. The engineer will troubleshoot complex electrical issues, develop work instructions for technicians, perform root cause analysis on non-conforming hardware, and optimize test strategies for automation and throughput. Key responsibilities include collaborating with design teams on product enhancements and managing equipment calibration. Required skills include experience with PCBA testing standards, Linux, Ubuntu, LabVIEW, and NixOS. The candidate should be proficient with tools like oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and data acquisition sensors. Technical expertise in Python, MATLAB, and communication protocols such as USB, Ethernet, and CAN is preferred to support the development of advanced defense hardware for electromagnetic warfare applications.

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Skills

LabVIEW Python MATLAB Linux Ubuntu NixOS PCBA Testing Test Automation MES PLM TES Oscilloscope Spectrum Analyzer Data Acquisition USB Ethernet RS232 RS485 PCIe CAN

What you'll do

Manage production test flows and provide hands-on troubleshooting for complex electrical issues during testing.
Maintain and optimize test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream from component validation to system level checkouts.
Improve existing test systems to enhance automation, consistency, cycle time, and overall test coverage.
Create clear work instructions for technicians and develop a library of common failure modes with troubleshooting guides.
Perform root cause analysis on product failures and recommend corrective actions to the engineering teams.
Analyze test data and provide detailed reports to identify defects and opportunities for process improvement.
Collaborate with design engineers to provide feedback for product enhancements based on testing outcomes.
Maintain and calibrate all test equipment to ensure precision, reliability, and high production throughput.

What we're looking for

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 and knowledge of PCBA testing standards.
Familiarity with electronics test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, function generators, and spectrum analyzers.
Strong root cause analysis skills for non-conforming hardware.
Familiarity with PLM, MES, and TES systems.
Ability to obtain and maintain a US DoD clearance.
8+ years of relevant industry experience (preferred).
Pursuing a Master’s degree in a related engineering or science field (preferred).
Familiarity with Python, LabVIEW, and/or MATLAB for data parsing and visualization (preferred).
Experience with test automation, PCBA design, mechanical design, and hardware communication protocols (preferred).
Experience with ESS-related testing such as thermal and vibration (preferred).
Active Security Clearance (preferred).

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