Manufacturing Test Engineer, Test Automation

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Quonset, RI
Salary: $132,000–$175,000 / yr
Posted: 7 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 87 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 · Manufacturing Test Engineer, Test Automation

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The Manufacturing Test Engineer, Test Automation joins the team developing next-generation Autonomous Underwater Vehicles for seabed exploration. This role involves developing and implementing high-fidelity, automated test procedures for both components and full systems to ensure product reliability and design intent. You will build test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream, perform data-driven root cause analysis on electromechanical subsystems, and design semi-automated testing equipment for environmental and reliability testing. Key responsibilities include managing test ecosystems, overseeing technician training, and maintaining troubleshooting logs. Required skills include proficiency in Python, Matlab, or SHELL, along with experience in hardware communication protocols like USB, Ethernet, RS232, and CAN. The role addresses the technical challenge of scaling production for complex subsea robotics while ensuring high-quality integration of electrical, mechanical, and software systems.

Skills

Python Matlab Shell USB Ethernet RS232 RS485 PCIe HDMI CAN MES PLM TES Root Cause Analysis Hardware Testing Automated Test Systems Robotics

What you'll do

Build test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream from component validation to system-level acceptance testing.
Develop and manage a test ecosystem to de-risk hardware and ensure product reliability.
Perform hands-on and data-driven root cause analysis on electromechanical subsystems using structured methodologies.
Design and implement semi-automated testing equipment and protocols for subsystem characterization and environmental testing.
Collaborate with design teams to perform risk assessments and oversee test deployment activities in production.
Produce testing logs and develop a library of error codes with troubleshooting logic for fast issue resolution.
Generate controlled test processes for technician use within Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
Oversee technician training and manage the burn down of bug fixes and improvements.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
3+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably test design of electro-mechanical hardware in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
Experience in hardware testing and automated test systems.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Matlab, SHELL, or others.
Experience with computer hardware communication protocols including USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, and CAN.
Experience developing full system test plans and testing a wide range of sensors, actuators, and electrical components.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance.
Experience in sub-sea robotics or AUV/UUV industries (preferred).

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