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Salary: USD 98,000 - 130,000 / annual
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company transforming U.S. and allied military capabilities through advanced technology. The company develops AI-powered systems and cutting-edge autonomy, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology for military applications.
As a Laser/Camera Test Engineer, you will own test activities in production, ensuring systems meet stringent quality standards before delivery to customers. You'll troubleshoot complex infrared systems issues, maintain test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream from system-level checkouts to component-level validation, and generate clear test work instructions for technician teams. You'll develop software for test automation, data analytics, and report generation, while maintaining and calibrating test equipment for precision and reliability.
Key responsibilities include: maintaining production test flow and resolving infrared systems issues; creating failure mode libraries with troubleshooting guides; performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions; collaborating with Design, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering teams on customer returns and failure analysis; contributing feedback to early-stage test design for new products; analyzing test data and providing detailed reports; optimizing test strategies for efficiency without compromising quality; and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
You'll work on fast-paced, highly technical, interdisciplinary teams, communicating effectively across functions to resolve production issues quickly. The role requires hands-on technical expertise combined with the ability to train technicians and document processes clearly.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on manufacturing test and product sustainment
- Experience with data acquisition and processing using MATLAB, Python, and other programming languages
- Experience with test automation and report generation
- Strong root cause analysis skills for non-conforming hardware, software, and firmware
- Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Experience integrating electrical, opto-mechanical, and software/firmware systems
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of infrared systems, including performance requirements and verification methodologies
- Experience with cryogenic testing equipment
- Familiarity with test equipment: power supplies, electronic loads, thermal chambers, function generators, spectrum analyzers, data acquisition and measurement sensors
- Experience with computer hardware communication protocols: USB, Ethernet, RS232, RS485, PCIe, HDMI, CAN
