Senior Test Engineer, Connected Warfare

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Aberdeen, MD
Salary
$126,000–$167,000 / yr
Posted
91 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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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 Test Engineer, Connected Warfare

The Senior Test Engineer, Connected Warfare joins the engineering team to lead critical test campaigns for the Army’s Next Generation Command & Control system and the Menace Family of Systems. This role involves managing end-to-end testing from lab-based hardware-in-the-loop integration to field validation for integrated software, hardware, and network traffic. You will develop requirements-based, scenario-driven test methods, oversee Test Readiness Reviews, and analyze performance data to ensure systems meet stringent DoD standards. Key technical skills include experience with RF communications, tactical datalinks, networked C2 systems, and packet-level analysis for latency and jitter. You will utilize knowledge of MIL-STD-810 environmental testing, EMI/EMC, and test automation frameworks. The work focuses on solving complex integration challenges for connected warfare products to provide decisive advantages in tactical operational settings.

What does a Test Engineer earn?

Median $125289 from 36 postings across 10 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Manage test campaigns from lab-based hardware-in-the-loop integration to field validation testing.
  • Develop and execute system integration, developmental, operational, and customer acceptance tests for Connected Warfare products.
  • Create requirements-based, scenario-driven, and operationally relevant test methods with full traceability.
  • Oversee Test Readiness Reviews, manage test incidents, and track deficiencies with internal and external agencies.
  • Analyze system performance data in lab and field environments to deliver actionable insights and formal reports.
  • Define test strategies to ensure systems meet stringent DoD standards and deliver warfighter advantages.
  • Represent the team at readiness boards and milestone decision points to ensure safe test execution.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (or a related discipline); advanced degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in system-level test and evaluation of integrated hardware/software systems.
  • Extensive hands-on experience conducting developmental and operational test events in lab and field environments.
  • Strong background in requirements development, test planning, verification/validation, and traceability management.
  • Familiarity with RF communications, tactical datalinks, and networked C2 systems in DoD operational settings.
  • Strong background in network and packet level analysis, including packet capture, loss, latency, and jitter.
  • Active or immediately eligible for a U.S. Secret security clearance.
  • Experience with test automation frameworks, data analysis tools, CI/CD pipelines, and hardware-in-the-loop environments (preferred).

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