Winter 2027 Test & Evaluation Engineer Co-op

The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril works across the entire spectrum of products and business lines as well as all flight operations and test range management. Our team conducts full system level development testing new production acceptance testing sub-component qualification testing and much more. This varies from Road Runner flight testing Anvil checkouts tower calibration surrogate integrations and much short if it involves test we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this is a fantastic opportunity. Come join the team and get hands on relevant real-world experience come join the T&E team.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Participate in developmental testing in a fast-paced test environment.

• Contribute to planning and execution of T&E of hardware and software with emphasis placed on planning conducting subsystem simulation ground and flight test initial issue investigation and process improvement/development.

• Track the status of test issues and observations and work cross-functionally to establish priorities for issue resolution.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to analyze test results identify performance trends and recommend enhancements or corrective actions.

• Work with cross-functional teams including software engineers hardware engineers and product managers.

• Conduct subsystem ground and flight testing at private and government-owned test ranges.

• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

• Ensure the safe operation and rigorous evaluation of all test efforts.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be pursuing a bachelors or masters degree in Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field.

• Must be returning to school at the end of the internship to continue academic studies for at least one quarter or semester.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on program.
• Ability to complete an in-person 16 to 24-week internship in one of our offices in winter 2027.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

• Have a working understanding of engineering concepts principles codes and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and expanding knowledge of principles concepts theory and practices in related technical specialties.

• Experience and working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations thereof.

• Demonstrated experience developing and executing test plans

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic interdisciplinary environment.

• Strong computer and documentation experience.

• Must have strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.

• Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution

• Able to work extended hours as required

• Bias for action if you see a problem you want to solve and fix it

• Experience working with the Department of War (DoW)

• Prior experience with software code/script building using programming languages such as Go Java C Python JavaScript etc.

• Prior experience with Linux based systems and command line.

• Ability to troubleshoot/repair electronics

• Working Knowledge with COTs Small UAS autopilot and mission planning software.

• Prior experience with Pixhawk flight controllers running Ardupilot and PX4 for air vehicles including setup operation and tuning.

• Experience working with manned aircraft personnel and familiar with aviation terminology.

• Familiarity with rapid prototyping 3D printing laser cutting and working with composite materials.

• Experience with CAD modeling and PCB design.

• FAA Part 107 certification.

• Direct experience in the development testing and deployment of mission autonomy systems in a defense or aerospace context.

• Hands-on experience with simulation environments and tools used for testing autonomous systems.

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:

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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