Senior Test Automation Engineer

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Costa Mesa, CA · Hardware Engineering : Electrical Engineering

This role is for a Senior Test Automation Engineer at a defense technology company. The primary focus is on designing and delivering test systems for electronic products, including hardware and software solutions. Responsibilities include managing a team, defining test plans, implementing test strategies, designing and executing tests for PCBA and electrical systems, data analysis, and developing next-generation test automation hardware. The role also involves supporting manufacturing, root cause analysis, and providing technical mentorship.

What you'd actually do

  1. Manage a small team of Test Automation Engineers to deliver End to End test solutions for customers.
  2. Define, own, and execute End of Line test plans for a set of new products and features, in collaboration with firmware, software, and hardware design teams
  3. Define and implement test strategies that optimize product safety, product reliability, risk mitigation, FMEA coverage, and schedule
  4. Design and execution of PCBA and electrical system components with hands on testing and rework as necessary
  5. Data analysis and clear communication of results and collaboration with design engineers to resolve any product problems found via test

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • 8+ years of hands on electrical engineering experience designing functional test equipment
  • 2+ years of experience in scripting language to develop automation. C/C++/C#, Python, MATLAB.
  • Experience with peripherals and developing test and validation strategies
  • Advanced experience with computer hardware communication bus protocols: USB, I2C, I2S, CSI, Ethernet, SPI, PCIe, HDMI, CAN, serial comms, etc
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team to support product development from prototype to production
  • Understanding of lab safety protocols when working in all types of lab environment
  • Familiarity with measurement analysis techniques such as Gage RR and Process Capability Analysis
  • Understanding both hardware and software integration and test process
  • Experience with source code revision and control.

Nice to have

  • Experience with Altium Designer is a plus
  • Experience in LabVIEW is a plus
  • Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and VISIO
  • Experience in Product Release Cycle from prototype to production and key deliverables of each phase
  • Experience RF test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Power Meters
  • Experience with testing RF components like power amplifiers, transmitters, receivers, and filters
  • Experience with wired networking technologies (Gigabit, 10Gigabit)
  • Hands-on experience with complex networking equipment, a deep understanding of networking protocols, test design and implementation chops and a background in IP network design

What the JD emphasized

  • Must be eligible for a Security Clearance