Software Test Engineer, Surface Maritime

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead software testing for Surface Maritime systems within an accelerated software development cycle.


• Plan, develop and execute automated testing strategies and frameworks for Surface Maritime systems in alignment with operational requirements, environments, and realistic operational scenarios.


• Work closely with program management, test leads, and other engineering department leads to develop requirements, communicate test campaign schedule and progress, establish test campaign gates and milestones, and discuss test results to include collected data and observations.


• Oversee test data collection efforts and perform initial data analysis for the system under test.


• Automate initial issue investigation and process improvement and development.


• Analyze automated test results, track performance trends, and recommend automated enhancements.


• Collaborate with engineering teams to analyze test results, identify performance trends, and recommend enhancements or corrective actions.


• Manage the use of software test environments and coordinate with external agencies to facilitate testing activities.


• Support Surface Maritime product teams in understanding software test capabilities and limitations.


• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.


• Ensure the safe operation and rigorous evaluation of all test efforts.


• Understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.


• 7+ years of experience executing software and hardware systems testing, in both laboratory and operational environments.


• Experience with developing requirements, test planning, test execution, and test reporting.


• Experience integrating into and conducting test with various datalink architectures, networks, user interfaces, and hardware.


• Experience with requirements-based verification and implementation of verification strategies with a strong emphasis on automated tests.


• Prior experience with Linux based systems and command line.


• Prior experience with software code/script building using programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, etc.


• Prior experience with human-readable data serialization languages such as YAML.


• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.


• Familiarity with government software testing protocols and regulations and able to guide programmatic development pathways to proactively accommodate their requirements.


• Must have strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Will attend technical reviews and be required to articulate detailed plans to an audience of interdisciplinary members of both Anduril and customer teams.


• Periodically work irregular and extended hours.


• Travel as required for test planning and execution in remote and austere locations as required, including periods onboard vessels at-sea, periodically up to 50% time.


• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD)


• Knowledge of hardware testing techniques, test equipment, and analysis of collected data.


• Hands-on experience with SW/HW interfaces and the ability to implement real-time correction and resolution of software and hardware.


• Previous experience with and/or current working knowledge of MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-705, MIL-STD-1553/1773, MIL-STD-1760, AS5653, etc.


• Experience in planning and executing EMI/EMC test plans/procedures in compliance with industry standards like MIL-STD, DO-160, or IEC, with understanding of EMI/EMC test equipment.


• Experience with automated testing tools like Netropy, iperf, tc, Netdata, and NATS.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.


• Bias for action – if you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it.

US Salary Range

$120,000 - $180,000 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:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  
  
  
  • For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
  
  
  • For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
  
  


• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.


• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.


• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.


• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.


• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.


• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.


• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.


• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).


• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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