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Electrical Engineering Technician, Connected Warfare

Anduril · Costa Mesa

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Oct 26, 2026
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Connected Warfare
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Typical engineering pay at Anduril: $146K–$194K — median of 1496 listed ranges.

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About the role

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
Anduril Expeditionary Systems (AES) is the team at Anduril dedicated to the development and fielding of next-generation hardware — from man-portable systems to autonomous launchers — that modernize the command-and-control capabilities of U.S. and Allied forces. Delivering these systems at speed and scale demands program leaders who can drive complex, cross-functional execution from concept through production, hold accountability across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing, and engage customers and stakeholders with credibility and clarity. If you thrive at the intersection of technology and operational excellence, join us. Your work will directly shape the balance of defense capabilities on a global scale.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Reports directly to the Electrical Engineering Lab Supervisor
  • Build, assemble, and modify complex cable and wire harness assemblies, including crimping contacts, soldering various connector types, and routing wires according to schematics and engineering drawings.
  • Perform precision PCB rework and assembly, including surface-mount (SMT) and through-hole soldering, component replacement, and jumper wire installation under a microscope. This also includes conformal coating and staking operations.
  • Execute comprehensive test plans: set up, configure, and operate test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, signal generators, etc.) to verify performance of PCBs and integrated power systems.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose failures in electronic assemblies (PCBs and harnesses) and power systems down to the component/assembly level using schematics, layouts, and wiring diagrams, and then executing necessary repairs.
  • Accurately document test data, rework actions, assembly details, and failure modes to support engineering analysis and continuous improvement.
  • Lab Maintenance: Maintain the lab environment to clean and safe standards, including but not limited to: EHS Compliance, Quality Compliance, Equipment Calibration, Stock Materials and Consumables.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in electronics assembly, testing and rework in an R&D or production environment.
  • Strong technical literacy: Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, bill of materials (BOMs), and technical datasheets.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in fine-pitch SMT and through-hole soldering (IPC J-STD-001 or equivalent standards). Experience with PCB rework, component replacement, and modification.
  • Proven experience in building and modifying complex cable and wire harness assemblies, including crimping, soldering various connector types, and routing (IPC-620 or equivalent standards).
  • Proficiency in diagnosing electronic failures to the component level using standard test equipment and documentation.
  • Understanding product development, lifecycles, reliability, and compliance testing.
  • Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Self-organizing: Able to prioritize simultaneous tasks in an electronics lab/test environment.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education: Associate degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Technologies, or related fields.
  • Experience in Automotive or Military Ground Vehicle harnessing.
  • Active IPC-610, IPC-620, and J-STD-001 certifications.
  • Experience using CAD/ECAD viewers (Altium, Siemens NX, OrCAD, etc.) to locate components/assemblies on PCBs/power systems.
  • Experience using Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (e.g. Teamcenter) to navigate drawing lifecycles.
  • Environmental testing: Familiarity with thermal chambers, vibration tables, and burn-in procedures.
  • Ability to travel in the Continental United States, up to 10%



US Hourly Range
$42.31—$52.89 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.

 

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.

From Anduril's careers page. First seen Oct 27, 2026, last verified Oct 27, 2026.

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