Manager, Manufacturing Test Software

Anduril Industries Inc

Costa Mesa, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Automation, Calibration, Communications Protocols, Computer Firmware, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cost Control, Data Collection, Electricity, Electronics, Electronics Assembly, LabVIEW Programming Language, Leadership, Linux Operating System, MATLAB, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Software, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Mass Production, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Product Design, Product Development, Product Lifecycle, Product Lifecycle Management, Production Management, Production Support, Productivity Management, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, Return on Investment (ROI), Root Cause Analysis, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Software Engineering, Software Testing, Systems Administration/Management, Test Automation, Test Data, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Requirements, Test Strategy, Testability, Testing
LOCATION
Costa Mesa, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

ABOUT THE JOB

As the Manager of Manufacturing Test Software Engineering, your role encompasses the strategic oversight and tactical management of production systems to support high-volume products across the Anduril portfolio. You are charged with ensuring rigorous testing protocols are in place, resulting in the consistent delivery of superior quality products to our customers. Furthermore, your leadership guarantees the fulfillment of manufacturings test throughput requirements. This position demands an innovative approach to resolving complex testing challenges, advancing scalability, and enhancing our automation, throughput, user interfaces, and data analytics methodologies.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Direct the manufacturing software test engineering team, set objectives, guide initiatives, and assess team outcomes. • Architect and oversee the manufacturing software test strategy for each product to ensure scalable operations across Anduril, transitioning from pre-production to full-scale output. • Strategize and implement advancements in manufacturing testing, focusing on automation, uniformity, and operational streamlining. • Evaluate test data, compile findings, and identify opportunities for product and process enhancements. • Communicate strategic visions to key stakeholders, guiding the scaling of platforms from pre-production (LRIP) through to mass production (FRP). • Collaborate with product development for design testability, ensuring seamless production integration. • Lead the procurement and implementation of new test equipment, performing cost-benefit and ROI analyses as needed. • Champion initiatives that enhance safety, reduce costs, improve quality, and increase productivity through testing. • Cultivate a culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and accountability in the engineering department. • Act as the go-to technical authority for manufacturing test matters, advising on and troubleshooting complex issues. • Design proactive maintenance and calibration protocols for manufacturing test equipment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. • Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience leading manufacturing test engineering. • Expertise in Linux, C#, Python, and NixOS. • Solid experience with PCBA/electronic assembly testing and knowledge of testing standards. • Proficiency in using electronic test equipment. • Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis of non-conforming hardware. • Familiarity with Product Life Cycle (PLM) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and Test Execution Systems (TES). • Experience in managing projects that integrate electrical, mechanical, and software/firmware systems. • Active U.S. Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in a relevant engineering discipline. • Demonstrated ability to lead the development of manufacturing test systems and teams. • Proficiency in LabVIEW, MATLAB, and test automation. • Knowledge of PCBA design, mechanical design, and ESS testing. • Familiarity with various hardware communication protocols. • Experience with HASS & ESS-related testing (Thermal, Vibration, etc.).

About the Company

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Anduril Industries Inc