Anduril
Manufacturing Test Engineer, Propulsion
$114K–$152K
Ashville, Ohio, United States +1 · Full-time · Posted Oct 29, 2026
- Location
- Ashville, Ohio, United States
Costa Mesa, California, United States - Experience
- 5+ years in propulsion testing, HIL test setups, or engine test cell operations; 6+ years of advanced knowledge through work experience and/or intellectual instruction may be substituted for the degree requirement.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent experience as specified: 6+ years of advanced knowledge acquired through work experience and/or intellectual instruction in lieu of degree.
About the job
Develops and operates test systems and campaigns to qualify propulsion engines and micro-turbojets for production, including directing live hot-fire tests.
What you'll do
- Direct live engine and micro-turbojet hot-fire runs, managing test operations, safety, go/no-go criteria, and abort procedures.
- Design and maintain test racks, instrumentation, test stands, and fixtures; develop test plans and procedures.
- Build Python test and data-acquisition software, operate CAN-connected systems, and analyze test telemetry.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields, or 6+ years of advanced knowledge acquired through work experience and/or intellectual instruction in lieu of degree.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in propulsion testing, HIL test setups, or engine test cell operations; direct hands-on micro-turbojet testing is mandatory.
- Experience serving as Test Director, console operator, or lead test engineer during live engine runs or hazardous hot-fire operations.
- 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, CAD tools, high-speed data acquisition platforms, or aerospace quality standards.
Pay
$114,000 — $152,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
Python, Linux/Unix, CAN bus, SSH, Siemens NX, SolidWorks, National Instruments cDAQ/cRIO, Swagelok
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