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Staff Instrumentation & Range Infrastructure Engineer

Anduril· Hardware Platform : Hardware Test Operations : Test & Evaluation
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Costa Mesa, CA$146k - $194kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior-level engineer responsible for design, development, and sustainment of advanced test range infrastructure and instrumentation systems, including defining architectural roadmaps, integrating sensors and telemetry, and ensuring robust operation of mission-critical test assets.

Responsibilities

  • Architectural Design & Development: Lead the architectural design, development, and evolution of comprehensive instrumentation systems and associated range infrastructure for complex test and evaluation systems.
  • Define system requirements, specifications, and interface control documents (ICDs) for new and upgraded range capabilities.
  • Develop long-term architectural roadmaps, technology insertion plans, and strategic upgrades to maintain state-of-the-art range capabilities.
  • Instrumentation Systems Engineering: Select, integrate, and validate instrumentation technologies including telemetry (RF/Optical), radar, optics (high-speed cameras, IR, EO), GPS/PNT, environmental sensors, and acoustic arrays.
  • Design and implement robust data acquisition (DAQ), processing, storage, and analysis pipelines to support real-time and post-test data needs.
  • Develop and manage calibration procedures and ensure accuracy and traceability of all instrumentation.
  • Range Infrastructure Development: Design and oversee critical range infrastructure components such as fiber optic networks, RF distribution, power distribution, communication systems, timing and synchronization, and environmental controls for instrumentation shelters.
  • Perform RF survey analysis to ensure noise floor is within desired tolerance ranges for various test sites and environments.
  • Ensure network connectivity, cybersecurity, and data security for all instrumentation systems across the range.
  • Coordinate with facility engineers and construction teams for physical infrastructure modifications and deployments.
  • Test & Operations Support: Collaborate with test directors, mission planners, range operators, and data analysts to understand requirements and provide technical solutions.
  • Provide expert support during testing, anomaly resolution, and post-test data analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with range safety, security, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers and cross-functional teams.
  • Conduct trade studies, feasibility analyses, and risk assessments for proposed architectural changes and technology investments.
  • Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal stakeholders and external customers.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in instrumentation systems architecture, leadership, or complex range infrastructure development, preferably within the defense or aerospace industry.
  • Demonstrated experience in systems architecture development for complex real-time systems.
  • Strong understanding of data acquisition (DAQ) principles, telemetry systems (e.g., IRIG 106), RF systems, and various sensor technologies.
  • Proficiency with system modeling tools (e.g., SysML, MATLAB/Simulink), CAD software, and/or programming languages (e.g., Python, C++).
  • Extensive experience in the design, development, integration, operation, and maintenance of test range infrastructure and instrumentation supporting high-speed weapons systems and UAVs/drones.
  • Experience with network design, distributed systems, and real-time data processing.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and lead technical efforts within a team environment.
  • Ability to travel as required to multiple test locations CONUS and OCONUS.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance (Secret or Top Secret preferred).
  • In this role, you will be subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening, as required by the Company.

Skills

Required:Instrumentation systems architectureData acquisition and processing pipelinesSystem modeling and design tools
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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