Robotics Hardware Engineer, Rapid Integration and Test

ANDURIL INDUSTRIES • Costa Mesa, CA

69d • $120,000 - $180,000

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. The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril is integral to our mission, ensuring that every product meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. Our team specializes in a broad spectrum of testing activities, including developmental testing using surrogate vehicles. We are at the forefront of testing approaches, particularly in the domain of mission autonomy systems. As our team expands, we are seeking a UAS Technician to focus on the challenges of rapid prototyping and contribute to the iterative advancement of Anduril's broad range of autonomous systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Proven experience in hardware design and development for robotics or unmanned vehicles.
• Proficiency in CAD software and PCB design tools.
• Strong understanding of electronic components, circuit design, and signal processing.
• Experience with sensors, actuators, and communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• Willing and able to travel on an as needed basis to remote test sites throughout the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with rapid prototyping and iterative design processes.
• Knowledge of embedded systems and firmware development.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance for unmanned vehicles.
• Hands-on experience with testing and debugging hardware systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop hardware components for unmanned vehicles, including sensors, actuators, and control systems.
• Integrate electronic components and ensure seamless communication between hardware and software systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to prototype and test new hardware solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and performance evaluations to optimize hardware designs.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate hardware functionality and reliability.
• Identify and troubleshoot hardware issues, implementing effective solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Document design processes, test results, and maintain detailed engineering records.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology in the robotics industry.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
• For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• 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.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees