Senior Field Test Engineer

ANDURIL INDUSTRIES•Costa Mesa, CA

57d•$159,000 - $211,000

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. WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead with a deployed engineering and technical team to architect, plan and execute field test and demonstration activities for an Autonomous Underwater Vessel (AUV) development program Continuously drive test campaign progress by adjusting schedule and scope to manage real world effects, consulting with engineering teams Specify, identify and establish temporary and enduring test facilities, including regulatory considerations, approvals and compliance Conduct risk assessments for test and related operations, identifying and implementing mitigations Support hiring, staffing, and asset/resource demand planning across maritime programs

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
Experience developing high level/strategic plans that support company objectives and government customer needs in the pursuit of deploying, fielding, and operating robotic system or family of systems
Experience managing a group or groups of highly motivated, dedicated and intelligent individuals who operate and test complex systems
Strong mechanical aptitude with tools and electronics

Responsibilities

Lead with a deployed engineering and technical team to architect, plan and execute field test and demonstration activities for an Autonomous Underwater Vessel (AUV) development program
Continuously drive test campaign progress by adjusting schedule and scope to manage real world effects, consulting with engineering teams
Specify, identify and establish temporary and enduring test facilities, including regulatory considerations, approvals and compliance
Conduct risk assessments for test and related operations, identifying and implementing mitigations
Support hiring, staffing, and asset/resource demand planning across maritime programs

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
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.
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.
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.
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Available depending on role eligibility.
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
Pension plan with employer match.
Superannuation plan.