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# Development Test Engineer

- **Company:** Anduril Industries
- **Location:** Costa Mesa, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $86,000.0 - $149,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, 3D Printing, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Siemens NX, Hardware Testing, MIL-STD-810 Environmental Testing, Programming Languages, Teamcenter (Software)
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9090558/development-test-engineer

## About the Role

* 2+ years of professional experience in a related engineering field
 * Experience in an immersive interdisciplinary technical project (collegiate project teams or professional settings)
 * Experience in hardware automation and software-hardware communication/integration
 * High competence with, and fluid use of engineering first principles
 * BS, MS or PhD in an engineering discipline
 * Must be eligible to obtain / maintain US Security Clearance.
 * Must be able to perform physical efforts including standing for extended periods and lifting and carrying material or equipment up to 25 lbs unassisted, + Knowledge of hazardous or pressurized systems (cryogenics, hydraulics, jet fuels, and energy storage systems)
 + Familiarity with instrumentation and control components (accelerometers, load cells, thermocouples, pressure transducers, strain gauges, RTDs, and others)
 + Familiarity with industry-standard test guidance - MIL-STD-810, SMC-S-016, NASA GEVS
 + Proficiency in at least one coding language (Python, Matlab, etc)
 + Experience with 3D modeling software and PLM (Siemens NX, Teamcenter, etc)
 + Ability to integrate electronic components into mechanical designs (motors, controllers, sensors etc.)
 + Experience with machining, sheet metal, and 3D printing

## Description

We are looking for a Development Test Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible performing hardware testing on a variety of systems and structures. You will manage test campaigns, develop procedures, sequences, and software. This role requires operating and troubleshooting various systems, automating test operations, and collaborating with design engineers to resolve system anomalies, all while maintaining high safety standards.
WHAT YOU'LL DO

 * Execute structural, dynamic, and environmental testing on drones, missiles and spaceflight hardware
 * Lead test campaigns including test plan creation, system activation, test operations, data review, and equipment design/fabrication.
 * Generate work instructions to direct and instruct technicians in the fabrication and integration of test articles and equipment.
 * Operate and troubleshoot data acquisition and control systems, wiring, and instrumentation, as well as thermal chambers, electrodynamics shakers, and fluid power systems
 * Automate repetitive test operations to improve efficiency and safety, To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:
 * No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.


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