ANDURIL INDUSTRIES-posted 4 months ago
$170,000 - $250,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Costa Mesa, CA
1,001-5,000 employees
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

Anduril is seeking a Senior Staff Test Engineer (SEIT) to serve as the Test Lead for the Army's Next Generation Command & Control (NGC2) system and additional products within our Connected Warfare division. This is a Level 6 senior staff role with responsibility for leading a team of test engineers and managing the full test lifecycle across both software-enabled hardware and software systems. In this role, you will lead test planning, execution, and reporting for developmental and operational test events, ensuring system-level performance is validated in both laboratory and field environments. You'll collaborate closely with engineering, program management, and government stakeholders to deliver rigorously tested systems that meet the demands of the modern battlespace. This is an opportunity to shape test strategy for one of Anduril's most critical Divisions, lead high-performing teams, and directly influence the success of deployed warfighter capabilities.

  • Lead the test planning and execution for the NGC2 system and other Connected Warfare products, managing both software and hardware test environments.
  • Mentor a team of test engineers, providing essential technical leadership, guidance, and oversight during test campaigns.
  • Develop, execute, and report throughout system integration tests, developmental tests, operational assessments, and customer acceptance events.
  • Define and manage verification strategies that encompass requirements-based, scenario-based, and operationally relevant test methods.
  • Coordinate cross-functional test activities in collaboration with Program Management, Engineering, SEIT, and external test ranges and agencies.
  • Oversee Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), manage test incidents, and track deficiencies.
  • Document, prioritize, and communicate all issues and deviations from performance specifications or system requirements to engineering teams.
  • Establish measurable test coverage metrics and ensure traceability from requirements through verification and validation results.
  • Perform and supervise data analysis related to system performance during lab and operational test environments.
  • Represent the program at customer reviews, readiness boards, and milestone decision points.
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline (advanced degree preferred).
  • 10+ years of experience in system-level test and evaluation of integrated hardware/software systems, with at least 5+ years in a technical leadership or test lead capacity.
  • Proven experience leading test teams (≥ 5 engineers/technicians) and managing complex multi-site test campaigns.
  • Hands-on experience executing developmental and operational test events in both lab and field environments.
  • Strong background in requirements development, test planning, verification/validation, and test reporting, including traceability management.
  • Experience with RF communications, tactical datalinks, and networked C2 systems in at least one DoD operational environment.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with industry and DoD test processes, including MIL-STD test protocols and government verification practices.
  • Skilled in test metrics definition and reporting (e.g., test coverage %, requirements verification %, defect closure rates).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills with ability to brief at senior levels (internal and external).
  • Ability to travel periodically up to 50% for test execution at ranges and field sites.
  • Ability to immediately obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
  • Master's degree in Systems Engineering or related technical field.
  • Previous experience as Test Lead on a DoD ACAT I/II program or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of EMI/EMC testing, environmental testing (MIL-STD-810), and power/avionics standards (MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-1553/1760, etc.).
  • Familiarity with test automation frameworks, data analysis tools, and test instrumentation.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, software integration, and hardware-in-the-loop test environments.
  • Prior experience conducting test activities in remote, austere, or tactical operational settings.
  • Eligible for Top Secret/SCI clearance.
  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost.
  • Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December.
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support including fertility, adoption, and gestational carrier coverage.
  • Mental Health Resources providing free therapy and life coaching.
  • Professional development stipend available to all employees.
  • Daily Meals and Provisions including breakfast, lunch, and stocked micro-kitchens.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits based on region.
  • Relocation assistance depending on role eligibility.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k).
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