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Wind Tunnel Test Technician

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Anduril logoAnduril · Costa Mesa, CA
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago30+ days old, may be filled
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The Development Test Team designs and executes unique tests for components and subsystems on an accelerated schedule, providing diverse engineering challenges in a dynamic hands-on team. We are looking for a Wind Tunnel Test Technician to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and managing the inner workings of the Test Wind Tunnel! This will require the ability to manage large capital equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Support the execution of wind tunnel testing programs, installation of test assets and data acquisition systems.
  • Maintain and ensure the calibration and readiness of the wind tunnel and associated instrumentation.
  • Maintain lab spaces to a high level of organization and professionalism.
  • Promote lab safety training and processes, fostering an environment and culture to promote safety as the number one priority
  • Travel to test sites and remote labs as needed
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 5+ years of professional experience in an engineering technician capacity or similar
  • Hands-on experience operating different wind tunnels (e.g. open-circuit, closed-circuit, subsonic, blowdown)
  • Hands-on experience with common aerodynamic sensors such as pitot tubes, PIV systems, and force balances.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding, flexible team environment
  • Eligible to obtain / maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Requirements

  • Familiarity with NI Data acquisition system setup and collection, as well as running LabVIEW and Flexlogger software.
  • Demonstrated sense of drive and ability to work in cross-functional teams effectively
  • US Hourly Range
  • $37 - $49 USD

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 ScamsTo 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 securityHealth insuranceVision insuranceRemote work optionsFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options

Additional Information

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.

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