--- title: 'Lab & Integration Engineer at Anduril Industries' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/lab-integration-engineer-anduril-industries-costa-mesa-xtj9efn47h8t' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-07' --- # Lab & Integration Engineer at Anduril Industries - **Company:** Anduril Industries - **Location:** Costa Mesa, CA - **Compensation:** $167k–$222k - **Posted:** 2026-11-05 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07 - **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/andurilindustries/jobs/5286797007?gh_jid=5286797007 ## Job description 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 Team Platform Engineering & Integration (PEI) is the Chief Engineering integration function that brings strong subsystems together into a deployable platform. PEI owns the seams: platform architecture coherence, cross-domain interfaces, integration risk, verification strategy, configuration maturity and readiness evidence across multiple autonomous airpower programs. The Platform Integration pillar owns the integration roadmap and its sequencing, the integration environments, the integrated build, and readiness for test and flight. We treat laboratories and rigs as capacity, not only as usage, and the most valuable thing we can say about any environment is what it actually proves and, explicitly, what it does not. ## About the Role You will engineer and integrate on the lab fleet behind our flagship autonomous air vehicle: software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop rigs for vehicle management, flight controls and mission systems, plus an iron bird with hydraulics, loaded actuation and power. Every software release, mission systems integration and flight-test preparation runs through these rigs, and the rigs are being designed, brought up and put to work at the same time. This is an individual-contributor engineering role. You will work for the Lab & Integration Lead alongside lab technicians, own specific rigs and lab subsystems end to end, and spend most of your time between the design tools, the bench and the integration floor. You will be trusted with real design and integration decisions early, and you will be expected to close them. ## What You’ll Do - Engineer the rigs. Develop and maintain rig designs within the lab architecture: block diagrams, rack and power layouts, network design, harness definitions and pin-to-pins, and rig interface control documents (rig-to-LRU, rig-to-sim, rig-to-ground-station). Review build drawings and work instructions before material is released. - Bring rigs up. Plan and lead bring-up of the rigs you own: safe-to-mate, power-on and BIT, LRU checkout, network and time-sync verification, and host/sim reference-scenario runs. Work the readiness checklist to closure before a rig is declared operational. - Own the HITL host and simulation integration. Integrate the real-time host, I/O, plant models and simulation with flight hardware. Characterize latency and timing, check simulation behaviour against reference data, and document what each rig can and cannot be used to show. - Integrate on the rigs. Run integration for software releases and new hardware on the rigs: execute integration procedures, triage failures across software, avionics, mission systems and lab causes, write and drive discrepancy reports to closure, and run regression after each change. - Hold configuration discipline. Maintain each rig’s configuration baseline with Configuration Management (LRU part and serial numbers, software and firmware loads, harness revisions, sim versions) and make sure every for-record run has a complete as-tested record. - Capture data that holds up. Set up data recording and logging so results trace back to requirements and configuration. Build the scripts and tools that pull, check and summarize rig data for integration, qualification and flight-readiness reviews. - Automate. Automate repetitive checkout, configuration capture and regression runs. Treat rig time as scarce: every manual hour removed is capacity returned to the program. - Support capacity and planning. Provide rig-hour estimates, build and bring-up schedules, and long-lead material inputs for your rigs. Assess the rig changes each new hardware lot needs, and keep sustainment, spares and obsolescence plans current. - Work safely and securely. Contribute to the lab hazard analysis and network and classified-lab accreditation for your rigs, and follow and improve the controls for hydraulics, high power, rotating machinery and classified operations. - Raise the bar for the team. Write the procedures, checklists and lessons learned that let technicians and the next engineer work without you, and mentor technicians on troubleshooting and documentation. Required Qualifications - B.S. in electrical, computer, aerospace or mechanical engineering, computer science, or a similar technical field. - 3+ years of hands-on engineering in SIL, HIL, iron bird, avionics integration lab or flight-hardware integration and test for aircraft, missiles, space systems or comparable complex systems. - Electrical and avionics integration skills: reading and producing schematics, harness definitions and pin-to-pins, MIL-DTL-38999-class connectors, safe-to-mate, and aircraft power distribution. - Working knowledge of avionics data buses and networks such as Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, RS-422/485 and CAN, and of time synchronization (PTP, IRIG). - Experience integrating or operating real-time HITL hosts, simulation, I/O and data-acquisition hardware. - Proficiency in Python (or similar) and Linux for automation, data analysis and tooling. - Confident with bench instrumentation and bus analyzers, and a structured approach to isolating faults across hardware, network and software. - Experience producing controlled engineering records: rig or test configuration, as-run data, procedures and discrepancy reports. - Clear written and verbal communication with software, hardware, test and program teams. - Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance; an active clearance is preferred. ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience with real-time simulation and HIL platforms (for example NI, dSPACE, Speedgoat or Concurrent) and with plant-model integration. - Mission systems integration experience: EO/IR, electronic warfare, datalinks, crypto and key management, or C2 ground segments. - Iron bird, hydraulic, flight-control actuation or power-system test experience. - Lab CI and test automation: automated regression on hardware rigs, test frameworks and results dashboards. - Lab network design and accreditation experience (RMF / ATO, JSIG). - Familiarity with MIL-STD-704 and MIL-STD-461, and with linking verification evidence to a system model. - Flight test or ground test support on a developmental aircraft program. US Salary Range $167,000—$222,000 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: ## Benefits At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, [Explore Our Benefits](https://www.anduril.com/careers). 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 one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. - Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the 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 sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. - What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: 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 Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/. By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security. ## About Anduril Industries ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: A military technology company developing AI-powered autonomous systems and software for defense and national security. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series H) - **Headquarters**: Costa Mesa, California, USA - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Palmer Luckey, Trae Stephens, Matt Grimm, Joe Chen, Brian Schimpf ## Core Business - Primary industry: Defense, aerospace, artificial intelligence, robotics - Target customers: Primarily B2G – U.S. Department of Defense, allied governments (e.g., UK, UAE), and border security agencies (e.g., CBP) - Mission/purpose: To accelerate the adoption of advanced technology in defense, with a focus on autonomous systems, AI-driven decision-making, and rapid production at scale. ## Products & Services - **[Lattice](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anduril_Industries#Lattice)**: AI-powered software platform that fuses sensor data from multiple sources (Anduril and third-party) to detect, identify, and track objects in real time. Core to all Anduril systems. - **[Sentry Tower](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anduril_Industries#Sentry_Tower)**: Autonomous, solar-powered surveillance tower (33ft) with cameras, radar, thermal imaging, and comms – used for border security and military base protection. - **[Ghost](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anduril_Industries#Ghost)**: Small, portable unmanned aerial system (UAS) for reconnaissance and surveillance; used by U.S. Marines and other forces. - **Altius Family**: Tube-launched, fixed-wing UAVs (e.g., Altius 600, Altius 700M) that can be deployed from aircraft, ground vehicles, or larger UAVs. - **Fury (YFQ-44A)**: Semi-autonomous collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) developed for the U.S. Air Force’s CCA program; first flight in October 2025. - **IVAS (Integrated Visual Augmentation System)**: Anduril took over development from Microsoft in 2025; a heads-up display/goggle system for ground soldiers. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: $61 billion (Series H, May 2026) – [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anduril_Industries) - **Annual Revenue**: $2 billion (2025) – [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anduril_Industries) - **Total Funding**: ~$12.7 billion (across all rounds, including $5B raise in May 2026) – [robotics.press](https://robotics.press/news/anduril-deep-dive/) - **Notable Investors**: Founders Fund, Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive Capital, 8VC, General Catalyst, Lux Capital, Valor Equity Partners, D1 Capital Partners, Sands Capital - **Notable Customers/Partners**: U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), UK Home Office, Royal Navy, Edge Group (UAE), OpenAI - **Growth Signals**: - Raised $5B in May 2026 at a $61B valuation, up from $14B in August 2024 - Constructing Arsenal-1, a $1B hyperscale manufacturing facility in Ohio, with partnerships from Ohio State University - Acquired multiple companies between 2021-2026 (Area-I, Adranos, Blue Force Technologies, Numerica, Klas, ExoAnalytic Solutions, etc.) - Won contracts for CCA development (Air Force), robotic combat vehicle software (Army), and CBP border surveillance - Took over IVAS program from Microsoft (2025) - Employees grew from ~90 in 2017 to 7,000 in 2026 ## Competitive Advantages - **Vertically integrated**: Designs, manufactures, and operates its own hardware (drones, towers, missiles) and software (Lattice), enabling rapid iteration. - **AI-first approach**: Lattice provides a common operating picture across domains, reducing decision latency in combat scenarios. - **Speed of production**: Arsenal projects aim to produce advanced autonomous systems faster than traditional defense primes. - **Government trust**: Deep relationships with DoD and allied agencies, demonstrated by multi-million-dollar contracts and classified work. - **In-person, security-focused culture**: Proximity to military bases, industrial equipment, and classified contract requirements create a unique operational moat. ## Strategic Focus - **Hyperscale manufacturing**: Build Arsenal-1 (Ohio) and subsequent “Arsenal” facilities to manufacture autonomous weapons at near-peer-competitive speed. - **Space domain**: Acquired ExoAnalytic Solutions (March 2026) to expand into space-based intelligence and surveillance. - **Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)**: Fury is a key program; competing for Air Force’s CCA Increment 1. - **International expansion**: Partnership with UAE’s Edge Group; sales to UK (Royal Navy, Home Office); plans to serve other Five Eyes and allied nations. - **AI integration**: Partnership with OpenAI to enhance defense systems; Lattice already used by Space Force for surveillance networks. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-driven work**: Direct impact on national security and defense technology – opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI, robotics, and autonomous systems. - **Culture**: Emphasizes in-person collaboration due to security requirements, industrial equipment, and classified programs. Offices include Costa Mesa (HQ), Boston, Atlanta, Seattle, Washington D.C., London, and Sydney. - **Growth trajectory**: Company has grown from 90 employees to 7,000 in ~9 years; significant investment in new facilities and acquisitions indicates continued expansion. - **Engineering focus**: Heavy investment in software, AI, hardware, and manufacturing engineering – roles span from software engineers to aerospace engineers to production specialists. - **Notable perks/benefits**: Not detailed in public sources, but the company offers competitive compensation in a high-stakes, high-impact environment. The Ohio Arsenal-1 facility will employ many from Ohio State University’s applied science programs. ## Sources 1. [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anduril_Industries) – Wikipedia: Anduril Industries (key facts, revenue, employee count, product details, funding, acquisitions) 2. [tracxn.com](https://tracxn.com/d/companies/anduril/__qqOI0HKR47lFXorj9FAQlDfmJOqfOpDNWiW3JcO--ss) – Tracxn: Anduril company profile, funding stage, founders 3. [robotics.press](https://robotics.press/news/anduril-deep-dive/) – Robotics Press: Deep dive on valuation, revenue, total funding, employee estimate 4. [anduril.com/careers](https://www.anduril.com/careers) – Official careers page (search result summary) 5. 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