Production Test Engineering Manager, EW

Anduril's Manufacturing team is seeking a Production Test Engineering Manager to join the EW Manufacturing Team. The team is responsible for rapidly iterating and building cutting-edge defence hardware for Electromagnetic Warfare.

As the Production Test Engineering Manager, you will have strategic oversight and tactical management of production systems to support high-volume products across the portfolio. You will ensure rigorous testing protocols are in place, resulting in the consistent delivery of superior quality products to customers.

Responsibilities

• Direct the manufacturing test engineering team, set objectives, guide initiatives, and assess team outcomes.
• Oversee and contribute improvements to the manufacturing test strategy for each product to ensure scalable operations.
• Collaborate with product SEIT and development engineering for design testability.
• Strategize and implement advancements in manufacturing testing, focusing on automation, uniformity, and operational streamlining.
• Maintain test capabilities of multiple products across their respective manufacturing value stream.
• Evaluate test data, compile findings, and identify opportunities for product and process enhancements.
• Communicate strategic visions to key stakeholders.
• Lead the procurement and implementation of new test equipment.
• Champion initiatives that enhance safety, reduce costs, improve quality, and increase productivity through testing.
• Cultivate a culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and accountability in the engineering department.
• Act as the go-to technical authority for manufacturing test matters.
• Design proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for manufacturing test equipment.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant industry experience with emphasis on manufacturing test and product sustainment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years as a people manager leading manufacturing test engineering or relevant adjacent fields.
• Experienced in Linux, C#, Python, NixOS, LabView, or other forms of test automation.
• Experience with computer hardware communication protocols.
• Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and knowledge of testing standards.
• Proficiency in using electronic and RF test equipment.
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of non-conforming electro-mechanical hardware.
• Familiar with Test Execution Systems, Product Life Cycle systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems, and Enterprise Resource Planning systems.
• Experience in managing projects that integrate electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead the development of manufacturing test systems and teams.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, MATLAB, and test automation.
• Knowledge of PCBA design and mechanical design.
• Familiarity with various hardware communication protocols.
• Experience with designing HASS & ESS-related tests.
• Familiarity in using AI tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $147,000-$196,000 USD
• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees