Actuator Test Engineer

Anduril

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Costa Mesa, California, United States First seen 1 day, 17 hours ago Last seen 5 hours, 6 minutes ago Greenhouse

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Job Description

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• Develop and execute comprehensive validation test plans for electromechanical actuators, including environmental testing (temperature cycling, vibration, shock) per MIL-STD-810 standards and custom methods. • Design test fixtures using NX CAD and oversee fabrication via CNC machining, 3D printing, and waterjet cutting; perform multi-level testing from components to integrated systems. • Analyze test data, investigate failure root causes, and generate reports with recommendations to drive actuator design improvements across cross-functional teams. • Requires Bachelor's in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience, plus 2+ years with LabVIEW/DAQ systems and 2+ years testing electromechanical systems (1+ year on electric motors/actuators). • Must have dynamometer testing experience, understanding of servo control principles, and familiarity with motor controllers and embedded systems.

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

What You'll Do

Develop, implement, and execute comprehensive validation and qualification test plans for electromechanical rotary, linear, and geared actuators.
Design, develop, and execute environmental test profiles and plans for actuators, including high/low temperature, thermal cycling, vibration, and shock testing, often adhering to MIL-STD-810 standards and developing custom test methods.
Design robust test fixtures using NX CAD, considering manufacturability via processes like CNC machining, 3D printing, and waterjet cutting, and oversee their fabrication and assembly.
Perform rigorous multi-level testing, ranging from component (electric motor, geartrain) and actuator levels, up to integrated system level testing.
Analyze complex test data, generate clear and concise test reports, and present findings to cross-functional engineering teams.
Collaborate closely with Design Engineers and cross-functional teams (e.g., manufacturing, quality, software) to validate and refine actuator designs, clearly communicating technical issues and recommendations to diverse audiences
Investigate root cause of failures through detailed analysis of performance data and some destructive testing, applying a basic understanding of electrical components for troubleshooting, to drive actuator design improvements.
Create and execute Design Validation Plans (DVPs) and test methods to rigorously validate performance requirements, including preparing for and conducting qualification testing.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
2+ years of hands-on experience with LabVIEW and other data acquisition (DAQ) systems for test automation and data collection.
2+ years of experience in physical testing and analysis of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems, with at least 1 year specifically focused on electric motors or electromechanical actuators.
Proficiency with dynamometer testing and associated instrumentation (e.g., torque transducers, oscilloscopes, etc.).
Working understanding of servo control principles (torque, speed, and position control), and familiarity with motor controllers and embedded control systems.
Familiarity with various communication protocols (e.g., CAN FD, RS232, RS485).
Strong experience with environmental testing methodologies (e.g., high/low temperature, thermal cycling, vibration, shock) and familiarity with MIL-STD-810 standards.
Proficiency in CAD software, specifically NX, for test fixture design, with an understanding of design for manufacturability for various methods (e.g., CNC, 3D printing).
Proven ability to perform root cause analysis and apply a basic understanding of electrical components for troubleshooting.

Nice to Have

Experience with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or other scripting languages for data analysis and test automation.
Familiarity with project and documentation management tools like Jira and Confluence.
Experience in the aerospace, defense, or robotics industry.
A strong sense of urgency and adaptability in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.

US Salary Range

$113,000—$155,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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Company:
Anduril
Location:
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Job Type:
Full-Time
Experience Level:
Mid
Source:
Greenhouse
Status:
Active

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