Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. About the role The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril is integral to our mission, ensuring that every product meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. Our team specializes in a broad spectrum of testing activities, including developmental testing using surrogate vehicles, and is at the forefront of testing approaches—particularly in the domain of mission autonomy systems. As our team expands, we are seeking a Rapid Integration Engineer to focus on the challenges of rapid prototyping and contribute to the iterative advancement of Anduril’s broad range of autonomous systems. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated rapid integration and test engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for integrating hardware and software systems onto unmanned vehicles, and working closely with cross-functional teams to rapidly prototype and iterate on hardware and software solutions. Responsibilities Systems Integration: Lead the design, construction, and testing of UAS prototypes, efficiently transforming concepts into functional early-stage products. Integrate hardware components onto unmanned vehicles, including sensors, actuators, and control systems. Integrate electronic components and ensure seamless communication between hardware and software systems. Collaboration: Work with mechanical, software, and systems engineers to prototype and test new hardware and software solutions. Testing & Evaluation: Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and performance evaluations to optimize hardware designs. Develop and execute test plans to validate hardware functionality and reliability. Identify and troubleshoot hardware issues, implementing effective solutions. Innovation & Documentation: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation. Document design processes, test results, and maintain detailed engineering records. Requirements Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. In-depth knowledge of open source autopilot systems and ArduPilot stack, including integration, configuration, customization, and testing of unmanned vehicles. Willingness and ability to travel as necessary for project planning, testing, and execution. Experience with rapid prototyping, 3D printing, laser cutting, and working with composite materials. Proficient RC pilot with experience on VTOL and jet-powered fixed-wing UAS. Demonstrated application of fundamentals of aerodynamics, flight performance, structures, electrical, and GNC. Comprehensive understanding of UAS operating regulations. Practical experience in the operation, testing, and development of small UAS or drones. Expertise in engineering principles, codes, theories, and a broad application of complex technical concepts. Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply them effectively, and the capacity to organize and coordinate work effectively. Proficiency with computers and strong documentation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Self-motivated with the capability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Flexibility to work extended hours as required by project demands. CAA General VLOS Certificate and/or Remote Pilot Certificate L2. Eligibility to obtain and maintain a UK SC clearance. Nice to have Masters degree in engineering, robotics, computer science, or a related technical or management field. Hands-on experience with remote control aircraft or UAVs, including piloting, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Knowledge of software development practices and programming languages pertinent to autonomy and robotics (e.g., Python, C++, ROS). 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. 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