Manufacturing Test Engineer, Propulsion

The role

You will develop, build, and execute test campaigns to qualify air vehicle propulsion systems and micro-turbojets. You will design test hardware, write Python-based test software, and serve as Test Director during hot-fire runs.

What you will do

• Serve as Test Director during engine and micro-turbojet hot-fire runs
• Design, build, and maintain propulsion test hardware infrastructure
• Author propulsion test plans, run procedures, redline limits, and acceptance criteria
• Develop automated test and data acquisition software in Python on Linux/Unix
• Implement and debug CAN bus communications
• Integrate and calibrate propulsion test instrumentation
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot Linux/Unix test systems
• Perform rapid root-cause analysis on engine behaviors or hardware anomalies
• Analyze post-test telemetry and generate test summary reports
• Maintain and scale propulsion test cell facilities

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience managing control room operations, coordinating complex test schedules, and maintaining inventory tracking systems
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in propulsion testing, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test setups, or engine test cell operations
• Direct, hands-on experience with micro-turbojet engine testing
• Experience serving as a Test Director, console operator, or lead test engineer during live engine runs or hazardous hot-fire operations
• Experience designing, building, and wiring test racks, instrumentation boxes, and benchtop DAQ systems
• Proficiency writing automated test, control, and data acquisition software in Python within a Linux/Unix environment
• Strong Linux/Unix systems knowledge, including terminal command-line proficiency, SSH, and network configuration/debugging
• Hands-on experience with CAN bus hardware interfaces and messaging protocols
• Experience selecting, wiring, and calibrating sensors: pressure transducers, thermocouples, load cells, and flow meters
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice to have

• Broader turbine, rocket, or internal combustion engine test experience
• Experience with fluid systems, high-pressure plumbing, fuel delivery lines, valves, and regulators (e.g., Swagelok)
• Familiarity with CAD tools (such as Siemens NX or SolidWorks)
• Experience with high-speed data acquisition platforms (e.g., National Instruments cDAQ/cRIO)
• Familiarity with AS9100 or aerospace quality standards
• Active U.S. Secret or Top Secret security clearance

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full time offers
• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees

Before you apply

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Their systems are powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.