Field Test Engineer, Maritime

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Quincy, MA
Salary
$113,000–$149,000 / yr
Posted
today

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Below market

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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.

Anduril Industries currently has 1882 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1696 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Field Test Engineer, Maritime

Join Anduril as a Field Test Engineer, working in a dynamic start-up environment to advance subsea robotics technology. You will lead day-to-day operations for multiple AUV platforms, including troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance, while conducting pre-mission testing, launch and recovery, vehicle tasking, and data analysis. Your responsibilities include deploying globally on support vessels, writing test plans, coordinating with vendors, generating user documentation, and supporting software UI design. With 5+ years of experience in operating robotic systems at-sea, you will need strong electronics troubleshooting skills, knowledge of subsea operational procedures, and excellent communication abilities. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with ship-based crane operations and Microsoft Excel proficiency. This role requires a Top Secret security clearance and involves significant travel (up to 50%).

What you'll do

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain AUVs during field operations.
  • Conduct pre-mission testing, launch, recovery, and data analysis for AUVs.
  • Write and execute test plans during sea trials for AUV systems.
  • Author detailed daily operational reports for internal and customer use.
  • Support software UI design and generate user documentation for AUV operations.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience operating robotic systems at-sea in commercial or research environments.
  • Proven ability to lead on-deck operations using ship-based cranes, A-frames, and dedicated launch/recovery systems.
  • Strong knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and basic test equipment usage.
  • Excellent communication skills for customer support and documentation authoring.
  • Top Secret security clearance required.
  • Ability to travel globally up to 50% of the time for field operations.

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