Hardware Test Engineering Manager

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Irvine, CA
Salary: $146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago
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 · Hardware Test Engineering Manager

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The Hardware Test Engineering Manager joins the EW Manufacturing team to provide strategic oversight and tactical management of production systems for high-volume products. This role involves directing a manufacturing test engineering team, establishing testing strategies for scalable operations, and ensuring rigorous protocols are met during the transition from pre-production to full-scale output. The manager will oversee system level checkouts, component validation, and equipment procurement while collaborating with development engineers on design testability. Key responsibilities include improving automation, data analytics, and safety while troubleshooting complex issues as a technical authority. Required skills include experience with Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabView, and MATLAB, alongside knowledge of hardware protocols like USB, Ethernet, and RS232. The role focuses on the manufacturing of advanced defense hardware for Electromagnetic Warfare to address critical national security requirements.

Skills

Python C# LabVIEW MATLAB Linux NixOS Test Automation USB Ethernet RS232 RS485 PCIe CAN HDMI MES PLM ERP Root Cause Analysis

What you'll do

Direct the manufacturing test engineering team by setting objectives, guiding initiatives, and assessing outcomes.
Develop and oversee scalable manufacturing test strategies to transition products from pre-production to full-scale output.
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure product testability and seamless integration into production lines.
Implement advancements in automation, uniformity, and data analytics to streamline manufacturing testing processes.
Manage the full range of test capabilities from system-level checkouts to component-level in-process validation.
Analyze test data to identify and implement improvements for both products and manufacturing processes.
Lead the procurement and implementation of new test equipment based on cost-benefit and ROI analyses.
Design proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for all manufacturing test equipment.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on manufacturing test and product sustainment.
Minimum of 2+ years as a people manager leading manufacturing test engineering or relevant adjacent fields.
Experience in Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabView, or other forms of test automation.
Experience with computer hardware communication protocols including USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, and CAN.
Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and knowledge of testing standards like acceptance, EOL, and ESS testing.
Proficiency in using electronic and RF test equipment.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

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