Field Test Engineer

Anduril Industries is seeking a Field Test Engineer to join their team working on subsea robotics and exploring the open ocean. The role involves working in a dynamic environment with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and specialists throughout the life of AUV design, integration, and test efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading hands-on troubleshooting, repair, operation, and maintenance of AUVs in the field
• Conducting pre-mission testing, launch and recovery, vehicle tasking, and data analysis
• Deploying globally to support at-sea AUV operations from various support vessels
• Writing, reviewing, and executing test plans during sea testing
• Coordinating test execution with vendors, partners, and logistics companies
• Authoring detailed operational test reports
• Supporting software UI design for AUV systems
• Generating user documentation for AUV operations
• Contributing to next-generation designs and features for the ANDURIL-LD
• Leading local AUV operations and supporting multiple nearshore sea test days per week
• Traveling and supporting customer-facing operations approximately 50% of the time

Required qualifications:

• 5+ years experience operating robotic systems at-sea in a commercial or research offshore environment
• Experience with Linux, command line interfaces, and software debugging
• Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and basic use of test equipment
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Excellent organization, communication, and customer support skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and deploy up to 50% of the time

Additional desired qualifications include experience with software development, subsea acoustic sensors, underwater navigation, and communication systems.

Anduril offers competitive compensation and benefits, including equity grants, platinum healthcare coverage, 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave, mental health resources, and more. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.