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Senior Project Engineer - Unmanned Systems

Anduril· Hardware Platform : Hardware Test Operations : Hardware Test Operations
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Costa Mesa, CA$167k - $222kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior Project Engineer role within Anduril’s Test and Evaluation team, focused on autonomous systems testing, DoD developmental efforts, and cross-functional program execution from concept to production readiness.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate on integration and testing strategies to meet mission autonomy project objectives.
  • Facilitate and coordinate all aspects of testing activates. Including but not limited to: personnel, equipment, datalinks, test facilities, and regulatory compliance.
  • Work oversight and guidance of all test and integration efforts at the system and subsystem levels
  • Communicate clearly, and in writing, all facets of a test program to include test plans, test procedures, test cards and test reports.
  • Work with multiple cross-department organizations to plan test events and lead the successful execution of those test events.
  • Participate in requirements development and design reviews with various engineering teams
  • Support safety review boards and test readiness reviews.
  • Leading or contributing to RCA teams or initiatives
  • Facilitation/creation of associated system documentation (system manuals, checklists, acceptance procedures, etc)
  • Coordination includes project and test progress status, interfacing with program leadership, preparing and maintaining technical and tactical level schedules and plans, and managing resource constraints
  • Work closely with government personnel to align project goals, facilitate communication, coordinate efforts on technical reviews and deliverables.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Test execution responsibilities, when needed, include T&E of hardware and software with emphasis placed on resource planning, conducting stationary and dynamic vehicle testing, process improvement/development and participating in technical test reviews.
  • Establish safe operational procedures and practices.

Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and 7+ years test engineering experience.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required for planning and testing
  • Previous experience in tactical network, software development, and autonomous vehicle testing.
  • Expertise and working knowledge of DoD test range regulations, spectrum compliance, and DoD Acquisitions organizations.
  • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations
  • Experience in agile development software and engineering tools (Jira, Confluence, Sharepoint, GHE, Circle CI)
  • Must have strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
  • Prior experience as a test director, test conductor.
  • Experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD).
  • Familiarity with Linux/Unix OS; comfortable obtaining data from software platforms using command-line tools.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.
  • Strong leadership skills, with previous experience in leading a team.
  • Able to work extended hours as required.
  • Ability to travel up to 50%
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
  • In this role, you will be subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening, as required by the Company.

Skills

Required:Autonomous systems testingCross-functional program coordinationTest planning and documentation

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees (health, recovery, and other coverage)
  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
  • Equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers as part of total compensation
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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