Rapid Integration & Test Engineer

The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril is integral to our mission ensuring that every product meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. Our team specializes in a broad spectrum of testing activities including developmental testing using surrogate vehicles and is at the forefront of testing approachesparticularly in the domain of mission autonomy systems.

As our team expands we are seeking a Rapid Integration Engineer to focus on the challenges of rapid prototyping and contribute to the iterative advancement of Andurils broad range of autonomous systems.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated rapid integration and test engineer to join our this role you will be responsible for integrating hardware and software systems onto unmanned vehicles and working closely with cross-functional teams to rapidly prototype and iterate on hardware and software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Systems Integration:
• Lead the design construction and testing of UAS prototypes efficiently transforming concepts into functional early-stage products.
• Integrate hardware components onto unmanned vehicles including sensors actuators and control systems.
• Integrate electronic components and ensure seamless communication between hardware and software systems.
• Collaboration:
• Work with mechanical software and systems engineers to prototype and test new hardware and software solutions.
• Testing & Evaluation:
• Conduct feasibility studies simulations and performance evaluations to optimize hardware designs.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate hardware functionality and reliability.
• Identify and troubleshoot hardware issues implementing effective solutions.
• Innovation & Documentation:
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Document design processes test results and maintain detailed engineering records.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• 3 years of in-depth knowledge of open source autopilot systems and ArduPilot stack including integration configuration customization and testing of unmanned vehicles.
• Willingness and ability to travel as necessary for project planning testing and execution.
• Experience with rapid prototyping 3D printing laser cutting and working with composite materials.
• Demonstrated application of fundamentals of aerodynamics flight performance structures electrical and GNC
• Comprehensive understanding of the National Airspace System and UAS operating regulations.
• Practical experience in the operation testing and development of small UAS or drones.
• Expertise in engineering principles codes theories and a broad application of complex technical concepts.
• Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply them effectively and the capacity to organize and coordinate work effectively.
• Proficiency with computers and strong documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Self-motivated with the capability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as required by project demands.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in engineering robotics computer science or a related technical or management field.
• Hands-on experience with remote control aircraft or UAVs including piloting maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of software development practices and programming languages pertinent to autonomy and robotics (e.g. Python C ROS).
• FAA Part 107 certification.

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

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