Electrical Engineer - Test Design

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

The Electrical Test Engineering team at Anduril develops test systems used to ensure the quality and reliability of our aerial and ground based systems. The team works on air vehicles such as Roadrunner, Ghost, Anvil and Fury and develop complex manufacturing test solutions to our internal manufacturing team or contract manufacturers. We work closely and cross-functionally with the rest of our Product Engineering groups that include Electrical, Mechanical and Firmware Engineering to solve and improve our manufacturing process, product quality and reliability. We are looking to bring on a Electrical Engineer - Test Design to design and deliver test systems for Anduril’s electronic products. This person will work with the test of the organization to identify gaps in test coverage and own the design and delivery of the hardware and software test solution. A strong Test Design Engineer will need to have a proven track record of delivering turn key test solution for electronic components and systems and has a background in hardware, software, integration and sustainment. WHAT YOU’LL DO Lead End of Line test plan definition for new products and new features, in collaboration with firmware, software, and hardware design teams Determine test strategies that optimize product safety, product reliability, risk mitigation, FMEA coverage, and schedule Design and execution of PCBA and electrical system components with hands on testing and rework as necessary Data analysis and clear communication of results and collaboration with design engineers to resolve any product problems found via test Design and implement next generation test automation hardware systems to facilitate fast and repeatable testing of product Executing on purchasing, build, integration and final commissioning of functional testers Develop test procedures and test automation from component level to system level Support board bring-up and bench validation as needed Support Design Engineer with DFT, provide feedback from test results to improve quality and test coverage Support manufacturing test bring-up and yield Participate in design reviews REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 5 years of hands on electrical engineering experience designing functional test equipment 2 years of experience in Schematic Capture and/or PCBA layout. Experience with Altium Designer is a plus Experience in scripting language to develop automation. C/C++/C#, Python, MATLAB. Experience in LabVIEW is a plus Experience with peripherals and developing test and validation strategies Experience with communication bus protocols: USB, I2C, I2S, CSI, Ethernet, SPI, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, serial comms, etc Collaborate with a cross-functional team to support product development from prototype to production Understanding of lab safety protocols when working in all types of lab environment Familiarity with measurement analysis techniques such as Gage RR and Process Capability Analysis Understanding both hardware and software integration and test process Experience with source code revision and control. Experience with GitHub is a plus Clearance eligible PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and VISIO A detail-oriented individual who thrives in an environment that values effective team collaboration Understanding of Product Release Cycle from prototype to production and key deliverables of each phase Experience RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Power Meters Experience with testing RF components like power amplifiers, transmitters, receivers, and filters US Salary Range $129,000 - $161,000 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: 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. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. 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: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. 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. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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