Production 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 yesterday
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 · Production Test Engineering Manager

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The Production 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, and ensuring rigorous protocols are in place to meet throughput requirements while transitioning products from pre-production to full-scale output. The manager will oversee system level checkouts, component validation, and the procurement of new test equipment while identifying opportunities for automation and data analytics. Required skills include proficiency in Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabView, and MATLAB, along with experience in hardware communication protocols like USB, Ethernet, RS232, and CAN. The role focuses on solving complex testing challenges for electromagnetic warfare defense hardware, requiring expertise in PCBA assembly testing, RF equipment, and systems integrating electrical, mechanical, and software components.

Skills

Python C# LabVIEW MATLAB Linux NixOS Test Automation RF Test Equipment 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 implement 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 lines.
Drive improvements 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 opportunities for product and process enhancements.
Lead the procurement, cost-benefit analysis, and implementation of new manufacturing test equipment.
Establish proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for all manufacturing test hardware.

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 related 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 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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