Systems Test Engineer, Space

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

49d•$129,000 - $171,000•Onsite

About The Position

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain. We are looking for a Systems Test Engineer, Space to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. As a Systems Test Engineer for our Space team, you own the space systems assembly, integration, and test functions for qualification and flight hardware. You will be responsible for the test execution against derived requirements and conducting the tests within a safe manner. You will be responsible for testing space systems from supporting modules, to technology-differentiated payloads to full satellite systems. You will also be responsible for the development, maintenance and upgrading of test support hardware. This role is directly tied to an ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC . This role is directly tied to an ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

Requirements

Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other equivalent engineering field
Experience conducting assembly, integration and test of space systems flight hardware with a focus on complete test coverage and high yield test campaigns
Deep understanding of industry and government test standards
Experience with space environmental testing including vibration, thermal vacuum and electromagnetic interference and compatibility.
Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements.
Capable of solving complex technical problems with little oversight
Clear communication and organizational skills including documentation and training material
Experience writing technical documentation, procedures, and reports
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with Python, Matlab and/or Linux systems
A desire to work on critical software in the space domain
Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds
Experience working in cleanroom and ESD-safe environments
Understanding of sensors, signal conditioning and data acquisition electronics
Experience with RF integration and testing
Experience with optical systems integration and testing

Responsibilities

Lead and own the integration and test campaigns for modules, payloads and full satellite systems
Integrate across numerous teams to collaboratively identify testing requirements to include verification and validation plans
Develop procedures for prototype, qualification and acceptance of space systems flight hardware
Develop and maintain necessary mechanical and electrical ground support equipment for space systems hardware
Develop and maintain automated test scripts for space systems hardware
Create and analyze metrics that are leveraged for debugging and monitoring
Triage issues, root cause failures, corrective actions and coordinate next-steps

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.