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About Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.
Anduril Industries currently has
1882 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
across 1696 roles with salary data.
The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril seeks a motivated Flight Test Engineer to ensure the Altius UAS platform meets rigorous performance standards. This role involves planning, executing, and reporting tests for software and hardware capabilities, focusing on operational suitability and integration with other Anduril systems. You will manage test assets, generate detailed evaluation plans, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including pilots and engineering SMEs. Essential skills include a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, FAA Part 107 certification, knowledge of UAS regulations, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Preferred qualifications are Linux experience, flight test engineering expertise, Group 2/3 fixed-wing system familiarity, and DOD program involvement.
C++
Rust
Embedded Linux
RTOS
CAN
CAN FD
UART
SPI
I2C
Ethernet
SITL
HITL
CI/CD
PX4
ArduPilot
Control Systems
State Estimation
Guidance Algorithms
Debugging
Oscilloscopes
Protocol Analyzers
FAA Part 107
UAS testing
National Airspace System
rotary-wing aerodynamics
fixed-wing aerodynamics
flight control systems
engineering principles
project management
CI/CD
Top Secret clearance
FAA Part 107
UAS regulations
National Airspace System
rotary-wing aerodynamics
fixed-wing aerodynamics
flight control systems
engineering principles
project management
test and evaluation
safety plans
Terraform
AWS
Kubernetes
Python
PostgreSQL
CI/CD