Field Test Engineer

ANDURIL INDUSTRIES•Costa Mesa, CA

56d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Proven leader and manager with the ability to master a technical system and support it in austere environments. Must demonstrate an innate drive to be self-sufficient across the breadth of a technical system.
Strong aptitude for problem solving in unstructured situations at the interface of hardware, software, and networking. Ability to drive challenging and vague technical problems to clarity and resolution.
Naturally inquisitive, able to independently research and learn new technical components or concepts.
Ability to develop complex operational and logistics plans to move people and things quickly, over long distances, in unfamiliar locations.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret/Top Secret security clearance
Willingness to travel up to 50%, including significant time spent offshore on vessels of all sizes.

Nice To Haves

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
Proficiency in interpreting technical documentation (mechanical drawings, work instructions, equipment schematics, electrical diagrams, etc.)
Experience performing functional checkouts and tests, and diagnosing/escalating issues discovered during these processes

Responsibilities

Prepare for field deployments by identifying, sourcing and kitting AUV test and support equipment
Conduct daily AUV inspections and system checks before and after operations
Coordinate AUV launch and recovery evolutions, execute day-to-day test operations, and write daily operations and test reports
Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and upgrades of AUVs in the field, operating the maintenance management system
Support development, review and trials of Standard Operating Procedures and user documentation for all aspects of AUV operations
Assist with the preparation of risk assessments for test and related operations, identifying and implementing mitigations
Provide constructive feedback to design and manufacturing teams including software user interface design

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits
US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.