Senior Test & Evaluation Engineer, Connected Warfare

Anduril Industries • Costa Mesa, CA

10d • $146,000 - $194,000

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.
Anduril Industries is seeking a highly motivated Senior Test and Evaluation Engineer to lead critical test campaigns for our the testing and evaluation of Eagle Eye, the Army’s Next Generation Command & Control (NGC2) system, Menace of Family of Systems, and related cutting-edge products. In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and government stakeholders to plan, coordinate, execute, and report on developmental and operational tests across our suite of integrated software and hardware systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (or a related discipline). Advanced degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 8+ years in system-level test and evaluation of integrated hardware/software systems.
• 3+ years in a technical leadership or test lead capacity.
• Extensive hands-on experience conducting developmental and operational test events in lab and field environments.
• Strong background in requirements development, test planning, verification/validation, and traceability management.
• Familiarity with RF communications, tactical datalinks, and networked C2 systems in DoD operational settings.
• Proficient in defining and reporting test metrics (e.g., test coverage, requirements verification, defect closure rates).
• Excellent verbal and written skills; proven ability to brief senior stakeholders.
• Willing and able to travel on an as needed basis.
• Active or immediately eligible for a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related technical field.
• Prior experience as a Test Lead on a DoD program or equivalent.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC, MIL-STD-810 environmental testing, and MIL-STD-1275/1553/1760 standards.
• Experience with test automation frameworks, data analysis tools, CI/CD pipelines, and hardware-in-the-loop environments.
• Exposure to remote, austere, or tactical test operations; eligibility for Top Secret/SCI clearance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive End-to-End Testing: Manage test campaigns from lab-based hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) integration to field validation testing.
• Innovate & Execute: Define test strategies that ensure our systems meet stringent DoD standards and deliver decisive advantages to the warfighter.
• Collaborate Extensively: Work closely with Program Management, Engineering, SEIT, external test ranges, and government partners to achieve test objectives.
• Develop, execute, and report on system integration, developmental, operational, and customer acceptance tests for Eagle Eye and other Connected Warfare products.
• Create requirements-based, scenario-driven, and operationally relevant test methods. Incorporate customer standards, manage traceability, and ensure robust test metrics.
• Oversee Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), manage test incidents, and track deficiencies while coordinating with internal teams and external agencies.
• Analyze system performance data in both lab and field environments. Deliver actionable insights and formal test reports to drive improvement.
• Represent the team at reviews, readiness boards, and milestone decision points, ensuring safe and effective test execution.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package.
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior