Senior Manager, Production Test Engineering

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: March 19, 2025

Job Description:

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.As the Senior Manager of Production Test Engineering, your role encompasses the strategic oversight and tactical management of production systems to support high-volume products at Arsenal. You are charged with ensuring rigorous testing protocols are in place, resulting in the consistent delivery of superior quality products to our customers. Furthermore, your leadership guarantees the fulfillment of production's test throughput requirements. This position demands an innovative approach to resolving complex testing challenges, advancing scalability, and enhancing our automation, throughput, user interfaces, and data analytics methodologies.WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Direct the production test engineering team, set objectives, guide initiatives, and assess team outcomes.
• Architect and oversee the production test strategy to ensure scalable operations at Arsenal, transitioning from pre-production to full-scale output.
• Strategize and implement advancements in production testing, focusing on automation, uniformity, and operational streamlining.
• Evaluate test data, compile findings, and identify opportunities for product and process enhancements.
• Establish a robust test infrastructure capable of evaluating diverse hardware scales and complexities.
• Communicate strategic visions to key stakeholders, guiding the scaling of platforms from pre-production (LRIP) through to mass production (FRP).
• Collaborate with product development for design testability, ensuring seamless production integration.
• Lead the procurement and implementation of new test equipment, performing cost-benefit and ROI analyses as needed.
• Champion initiatives that enhance safety, reduce costs, improve quality, and increase productivity.
• Develop test protocols within MES and provide comprehensive training to technicians.
• Administer testing budgets and predict resource requirements for personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Implement comprehensive training and documentation to elevate team expertise and support knowledge transfer.
• Cultivate a culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and accountability in the engineering department.
• Act as the go-to technical authority for production test matters, advising on and troubleshooting complex issues.
• Design proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for production test equipment.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience leading production test engineering.
  • Expertise in Linux, LabVIEW, and NixOS.
  • Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and knowledge of testing standards.
  • Proficiency in using electronic test equipment.
  • Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of non-conforming hardware.
  • Familiar with Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Test Execution Systems (TES).
  • Experience in managing projects that integrate electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD clearance.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
    • Demonstrated ability to lead the development of production test systems and teams.
    • Proficiency in Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, and test automation.
    • Knowledge of PCBA design, mechanical design, and ESS testing.
    • Familiarity with various hardware communication protocols.
    • Experience with HASS & ESS-related testing (Thermal, Vibration, etc.).
    • Active Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.US Salary Range:$170,000 - $212,500 USDThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
      • Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
      • Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
      • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
      • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
      • Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more.
      • A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
      • Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
      • Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
      • Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
      • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law.
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