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The ad says“Experience with machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and 3D printing”
The ad says“Familiarity with basic AC/DC power (single-phase, three-phase)”
The ad says“Familiarity with Jira or other agile development software”
The ad says“Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and assembly skills”
The ad says“Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)”
The ad says“Experience with wire harnessing, electrical layout, and enclosure build out”
The ad says“Experience with wire harnessing, electrical layout, and enclosure build out”
The ad says“Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and assembly skills”
The ad says“Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)”
The ad says“Familiarity with Jira or other agile development software”
The ad says“Experience with machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and 3D printing”
The ad says“Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)”
The ad says“Experience with machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and 3D printing”
The ad says“Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)”
The ad says“Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)”
The ad says“Experience with machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and 3D printing”
The ad says“Experience with wire harnessing, electrical layout, and enclosure build out”

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.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Enterprise Test Capabilities (ETC) develops, operates, and scales the shared physical test infrastructure, technical expertise, and execution systems required to validate Anduril's products across the company. The team provides specialized testing that is capital-intensive, technically complex, safety-critical, or broadly reusable across multiple programs, spanning environmental testing (thermal, vibration, shock, HALT, TVAC), battery testing (cell/module/pack characterization, abuse testing, BMS validation), propulsion testing (engine test cells, thrust/torque measurement, fuel/feed systems), aerodynamic testing (wind tunnel operations, flow visualization, force/moment measurement), and structural testing. We partner with product test teams from early development through qualification and sustainment to identify technical risk, select appropriate test methods, execute testing safely, and generate trusted engineering evidence. The test operations team within ETC owns the lab facilities, equipment fleet, calibration program, and operational support team that keeps this diverse test enterprise running.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking an Engineering Test Technician to join our rapidly growing test team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for building a wide variety of test equipment and test cells on the full spectrum of products developed at Anduril. The ideal candidate brings hands-on test experience, strong troubleshooting instincts across multiple equipment types, and takes genuine pride in equipment performance and uptime.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Build test equipment and execute test procedures to inform and validate design decisions
Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
Travel to test sites and remote labs as needed
Program test controllers such as WATLOW F4s, and F4Ts.
Set up data acquisition systems for environmental tests
Maintain lab spaces to a high level of organization and professionalism.
Promote lab safety training and processes, fostering an environment and culture to promote safety as the number one priority
Promote proper maintenance of capital equipment including environmental chambers, electrodynamic shakers, and data acquisition equipment.
Advance testing training materials and keep technical documentation updated.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of professional experience in a engineering technician capacity or similar
Experience with wire harnessing, electrical layout, and enclosure build out
Familiarity with Jira or other agile development software
Familiarity with basic AC/DC power (single-phase, three-phase)
Experience with machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and 3D printing
Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and assembly skills
Instrumentation installation and checkout experience (strain gauge application, sensor calibration, thermocouple install, cable harness assembly, etc.)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding, flexible team environment
Eligible to obtain / maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of professional experience in a engineering technician capacity or similar
Familiarity with DAQ system setup and collection
Familiarity with electro-mechanical systems such as motors, computers, and power systems
Familiarity with hydraulics and hydraulic actuators
Experience in preparing and executing test procedures with high levels of attention to detail
Experience with environmental chamber equipment, vibration qualification testing, and/or battery discharge testing
Demonstrated sense of drive and ability to work in cross-functional teams effectively
Eligible for a US security clearance

US Salary Range

$37—$49 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams

Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:

No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
Please always verify communications:
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- Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.

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