Senior Space Vehicle Electrical Integration and Test Engineer

Anduril Industries

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On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
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$146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
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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 · Senior Space Vehicle Electrical Integration and Test Engineer

As a Senior Space Vehicle Electrical Integration and Test Engineer on the Space Manufacturing team, you will lead end-to-end integration and testing campaigns for space vehicles, specifically focusing on avionics, power payloads, and harness wiring. You will develop comprehensive integration plans, manage project schedules, and resolve technical anomalies during the manufacturing process. Your daily work involves conducting critical environmental tests such as thermal vacuum, shock, vibration, and EMI/EMC, while operating radio and bus control test racks. To succeed, you must be proficient in Python scripting for automation and diagnostics, and possess experience with MES/ERP/MRP systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability of aerospace hardware. This role addresses the complex challenge of ensuring high-quality electrical integration for space systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment involving sophisticated satellite components.

What you'll do

  • Lead end-to-end integration and testing campaigns for space vehicle electrical systems including avionics and power payloads.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive integration plans and operational procedures for space hardware.
  • Manage schedules and timelines for all space vehicle integration and testing operations to meet project goals.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical anomalies or non-conformances encountered during the integration process.
  • Conduct environmental test campaigns including thermal vacuum, shock, vibration, and EMI/EMC testing.
  • Develop and modify Python scripts for test automation, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
  • Operate and maintain specialized test equipment such as radio and bus control test racks.
  • Refine internal integration and testing processes to support the growth of the Space AI&T team.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a similar field.
  • At least 8 years of experience in space and satellite manufacturing, systems engineering, or electrical hardware design.
  • Proven experience leading large-scale space vehicle integration and testing campaigns for avionics, power systems, and harness wiring.
  • Expertise in developing integration and test plans with associated operational procedures.
  • Hands-on experience conducting environmental test campaigns including TVAC, shock, vibration, EMI/EMC, and acoustics.
  • Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and diagnostics.
  • Experience working with classified systems and performing keying operations.
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

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