Production Test Specialist, EW

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Manufacturing Production team is responsible for wide range of activities that are crucial to the manufacturing process including operating equipment assembling products performing quality control checks and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Production Test Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in Irvine this role you will be responsible for leading comprehensive testing and troubleshooting for our cutting-edge Pulsar electromagnetic warfare system. You will validate functionality performance and robustness across RF electrical mechanical and software domains conducting detailed RF and environmental tests and diagnosing complex anomalies. This will require 7 years in test/validation deep RF expertise with specialized equipment strong electrical knowledge Linux/CLI proficiency and networking understanding. If you are someone who excels at diagnosis and problem-solving is meticulously detail-oriented and thrives in a fast-paced collaborative team then this role is for you.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Execute comprehensive test plans to validate system functionality performance and seamless integration of electrical mechanical and software sub-assemblies rigorously testing interfaces and diagnosing interaction issues.
• Conduct detailed Radio Frequency (RF) tests analyzing signal integrity power output spectral purity sensitivity and other critical parameters using specialized equipment.
• Perform Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) and other reliability tests such as burn-in vibration and thermal cycling to assess product robustness and performance under various conditions.
• Lead extensive and complex troubleshooting efforts to identify the root cause of anomalies defects and performance deviations across hardware software and RF domains using advanced diagnostic tools.
• Accurately document test procedures comprehensive test results and in-depth failure analysis reports in accordance with quality management systems.
• Proactively manage workflow across multiple test stations prioritizing tests preparing units and resolving minor equipment issues to ensure maximum uptime and optimize throughput.
• Serve as a key technical liaison collaborating closely with Design Development RF Integration and Production engineering teams to provide insights discuss findings and vet anomalies.
• Identify and implement opportunities for improving test processes fixtures and documentation to enhance efficiency accuracy and test coverage.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess over 7 years of hands-on experience in a test validation or troubleshooting role within a production or manufacturing environment ideally with complex integrated systems.
• Demonstrate exceptional diagnostic and problem-solving abilities across integrated hardware software and RF systems with the capability to methodically isolate root causes of complex failures.
• Show a demonstrated understanding of RF principles components (antennas amplifiers filters transceivers) signal paths and proficiency with specialized RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers network analyzers and signal generators.
• Apply strong electrical knowledge including the ability to read and interpret schematics wiring diagrams and block diagrams alongside proficiency in using multimeters oscilloscopes and power supplies.
• Exhibit strong working knowledge of Linux-based operating systems and proficiency with command-line interfaces (CLI) for test execution data logging system configuration and scripting.
• Maintain a solid understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP Ethernet and Wi-Fi protocols essential for product connectivity configuration and diagnostics.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate complex technical issues clearly to diverse audiences including the ability to interpret and create comprehensive technical documentation test procedures product specifications and detailed failure reports.
• Prove ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced cross-functional team environment.
• Exhibit meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in executing tests recording data and documenting findings.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associates Degree in Electronics Electrical Engineering Technology Computer Science or a related technical field is preferred with a Bachelors Degree in a relevant engineering discipline being a plus.
• Prior experience in a highly regulated industry such as medical devices aerospace defense or telecommunications is desirable.
• Basic scripting skills (e.g. Python Bash) for test automation data analysis or utility development are beneficial.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g. ISO 9001 ISO 13485) and quality practices (e.g. Lean Six Sigma 5 Whys Fishbone) is a plus.
• Experience with test automation platforms (e.g. LabVIEW) or version control systems (e.g. Git) would be advantageous.

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 Andurils 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 youre supported in health recovery and whatever comes next.For more information Explore Our Benefits.

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