Integration & Test Technician, Omen
Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Anduril is seeking an Integration and Test
Technician to join the Omen team at our Costa Mesa HQ. Omen is
Anduril’s hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that packs
the endurance, payload, and mission flexibility of much larger
airplanes into a novel runway-independent Group 3 platform. Omen
can operate from ship decks, beaches, or remote island clearings,
providing true runway independence and freedom of maneuver across
defense and civilian domains. Omen is the first tail-sitter
aircraft with a mass-production contract, with an order of 50
systems representing a decisive investment that anchors production
and accelerates the development of future systems. You will work on
new aircraft development, including propulsion systems, avionics,
batteries, mechanisms, structures sensors and payloads, in a lean,
high-ownership culture where you directly shape the product and
operate at a velocity to fly new designs within months, not years.
WHAT YOU’LL DO Support the use of ‘Test’ as a design tool to
accelerate component, system and subsystem maturation from discrete
bench tests to production representative Vehicle, Mission and
Support Systems Assemble complex electro-mechanical subsystems,
high quality wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes, and
associated components involving hand soldering and component
assembly and integration Build, sustain and operate highly
representative Hardware In the Lab (HIL) and Hardware In The Loop
(HITL) physical integration environments, including high voltage,
high power hybrid powertrain testbeds Integrate developmental
subsystems into uncrewed surrogate platforms (Group 2 and 3 UAS),
and support ongoing flight test and maintenance operations Act with
a strong safety mindset (stop, think, do) to execute work safely in
experimental environments with the aim of eliminating potential
harm to team members Support Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), ensuring
that tests can be safety and efficiently conducted Execute test
procedures across integration environments, efficiently capturing
and reporting learnings Maintain configuration control of
integration environments Support build, ground and flight test of
prototype and production representative Omen Systems REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES Associate Degree (or similar) in
Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Technologies, or
related fields 5 years of component, electrical and electronics
build and test experience in an R&D environment and exposure to
manufacturing settings with rigorous quality systems (such as
Aerospace, Electronics, or Medical industries) Participation in
building and operating HIL/HITL/IRON BIRD environments for flight
vehicles Experience in operating and maintaining Group 2 or 3 UAS
(or larger) Competency in reading electrical system and component
schematics, and capturing ‘as-built’ configurations Proficiency
with electronics test equipment such as power supplies, electronic
loads, oscilloscope, function generators, data acquisition and
diagnostic sensors Knowledge of
electronics/communications/integration troubleshooting, experience
in debug of common protocols such as CAN/Ethernet/Serial Experience
with high voltage and high power testing such as propulsion
inverters, batteries and hybrid powertrains Competency with Linux
and command line interface as well as software debugging preferable
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills A
sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative
culture Eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance in
United States, United Kingdom, or Australia desirable US Salary
Range $146,000 - $194,000 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: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive
medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK &
AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you
and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution
toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and
disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly
competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver
& Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with
a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning &
Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF,
preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with
resources to support you and your partner from planning to
parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health
resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional
work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also
available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for
professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter
benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available
depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles:
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth)
options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS
Roles: Superannuation plan. 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.
Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to
maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the
security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated
phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate
Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews
or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or
sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you
navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following
critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never
solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as
banking information, credit card numbers, or social security
numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate
recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify
communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from
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address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency
for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their
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agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com .
Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any
communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors,
or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the
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Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach
claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to
contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in
protecting your personal information and upholding the security and
trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view
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