Description
Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Environmental Test Manager to join its team in Costa Mesa, California. This critical leadership role involves managing personnel, projects, and equipment to conduct rigorous environmental testing of aerospace, military, and space hardware.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with industry standards, leading complex testing campaigns, and upholding the highest standards of safety, reliability, and technical excellence. They will define strategic direction, ensure operational efficiency, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing environmental lab projects, including quoting, planning, execution, data review, test failure analysis, and final reporting
- Developing and implementing thorough qualification testing strategies for aerospace, military, and space hardware
- Serving as a subject matter expert in dynamic and environmental testing
- Overseeing the operation and troubleshooting of advanced data acquisition and control systems, wiring, and instrumentation
- Directing the operation and maintenance of environmental testing equipment, including shaker tables, thermal chambers, altitude chambers, and thermal vacuum chambers
- Leading, mentoring, and managing a high-performing team of hourly and salaried employees
Required qualifications:
- 12+ years of experience in environmental testing, with 7+ years in a management or leadership role
- Extensive practical experience and subject matter expertise in environmental test standards (MIL-STD-810, RTCA DO-160, SMC-S-016)
- Proven ability to operate, manage, and troubleshoot environmental testing equipment
- Expertise in various data acquisition systems and sensors (NI cDAQs, Accelerometers, thermocouples)
- BS, MS, or PhD in an engineering discipline
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities
- Ability to perform physical efforts, including standing for extended periods and lifting and carrying material or equipment up to 25 lbs unassisted
Preferred qualifications:
- Knowledge of hazardous or pressurized systems
- Familiarity with instrumentation and control components
- Proficiency in at least one coding language (Python, Matlab, etc.)
- Experience with 3D modeling software and PLM
- Experience with machining, sheet metal, and 3D printing
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and troubleshooting skills combined with creative problem-solving techniques
The salary range for this role is $166,000-$220,000 USD per year. Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and equity grants.