- Robot type
- Drone · Defense
- Location
- Costa MesaCaliforniaUSA
- Job type
- Hardware
- Posted
- May 26, 2026
- Salary
- $254,000–$336,000 a year
Full-time
Head of Manufacturing Test Engineering
Job description
As the Head of Manufacturing Test Engineering, you will play a pivotal leadership role in defining and executing the manufacturing test strategy across Anduril's rapidly expanding global manufacturing footprint. You are charged with establishing and scaling rigorous testing protocols for our high-volume, technologically advanced products, with a specific emphasis on complex mechanical, electrical, and propulsion systems. Your strategic leadership will ensure the consistent delivery of superior quality products to our customers worldwide, while meeting ambitious manufacturing throughput requirements.
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S.
Job requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing test engineering, with a proven track record of developing, deploying, and scaling high-volume, complex system production operations across…
- Profound expertise in the testing of complex electro-mechanical assemblies, advanced electrical systems, and propulsion technologies.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire large, diverse engineering teams, fostering professional growth and high performance.
- Exceptional executive presence, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical strategies to non-technical audiences.
- Strong financial acumen, including experience managing large departmental budgets and strategic capital expenditures.
- Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and reliability engineering principles in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
- Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of non-conforming hardware and process deviations.