Hardware Test Engineering Manager

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Irvine, CA
Salary: $146,000–$194,000 / 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 · 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 objectives, and overseeing the transition from pre-production to full-scale output. Key responsibilities include developing scalable testing strategies, ensuring rigorous quality protocols, managing equipment procurement, and performing root cause analysis on non-conforming electro-mechanical hardware. The candidate will work with technical systems including Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabView, and MATLAB while utilizing communication protocols like USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, and CAN. Essential competencies include PCBA testing, RF equipment operation, and familiarity with MES, PLM, and ERP systems. The role focuses on solving complex manufacturing challenges to deliver high-quality defense hardware for electromagnetic warfare applications.

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 improve scalable manufacturing test strategies for products transitioning from pre-production to full-scale output.
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure product testability and seamless integration into production.
Implement advancements in automation, uniformity, and operational streamlining for manufacturing testing processes.
Manage the full range of test capabilities including system level checkouts and component level validation.
Analyze test data to identify opportunities for product improvements and process enhancements.
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 an 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 such as USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, and CAN.
Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and knowledge of standards including 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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