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Anduril Industries

Manager, Test & Evaluation Engineer, CW

Anduril Industries
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senior full-time $146,000-$194,000 USD Costa Mesa, California

First indexed 19 Jul 2026

Description

Anduril Industries is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Test & Evaluation Manager to accelerate development timelines and drive the evolution of frontline mission operations.

The Manager, Test & Evaluation Engineer, CW will lead, mentor, and uplevel a technical team of test engineers, each managing the full test lifecycle across their product lines.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead test planning, execution, and reporting for developmental and operational test events
  • Ensure system-level performance is validated in laboratory and field environments
  • Collaborate with engineering, program management, and government stakeholders to deliver rigorously tested systems
  • Define and manage verification strategies that encompass requirements-based, scenario-based, and operationally relevant test methods
  • Coordinate cross-functional test activities with Program Management, Engineering, and external test ranges and agencies
  • Oversee Test Readiness Reviews, guide Safety Review Boards, manage test incidents, and track deficiencies
  • Ensure that all issues and deviations from performance specifications or system requirements are documented, prioritized, and communicated to engineering teams
  • Establish measurable test coverage metrics and ensure traceability from requirements through verification and validation results
  • Perform and supervise data analysis related to system performance during lab and operational test environments
  • Represent the program at customer reviews, readiness boards, and milestone decision points

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • 5-8 years of experience in system-level test and evaluation of integrated hardware/software systems
  • Proven experience leading test teams and managing complex multi-site test campaigns
  • Hands-on experience executing developmental and operational test events in lab and field environments
  • Strong background in requirements development, test planning, verification/validation, and test reporting
  • Experience with RF communications, tactical datalinks, and networked C2 systems in at least one DoD operational environment
  • Demonstrated familiarity with industry and DoD test processes, including MIL-STD test protocols and government verification practices
  • Skilled in test metrics definition and reporting
  • Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Systems Engineering or related technical field
  • Previous experience as Test Lead on a DoD ACAT I/II program or equivalent
  • Knowledge of EMI/EMC, MIL-STD-810 environmental testing, and MIL-STD-1275/1553/1760 standards
  • Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence implementation to test workflows, test automation frameworks, data analysis tools, and test instrumentation
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, software integration, and hardware-in-the-loop test environments

Salary Range: $146,000-$194,000 USD Benefits: Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive health, recovery, and wellness programs.

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