Flight Test Engineer, Mission Autonomy

Anduril Industries

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On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
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$88,000–$117,000 / yr
Posted
13 days ago
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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.

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TL;DR · Flight Test Engineer, Mission Autonomy

JOB TITLE: Flight Test Engineer - Mission Autonomy The Flight Test Engineer - Mission Autonomy joins the Test and Evaluation team to advance testing methodologies for mission autonomy systems. This role involves designing and implementing test plans to verify autonomous system capabilities across various simulated mission profiles. The engineer will analyze test data to validate performance, iterate on autonomy algorithms, and manage end-to-end testing efforts. Key responsibilities include executing simulations that replicate real-world scenarios and coordinating with private and government test ranges. Required skills include experience in flight testing for autonomous or remotely piloted systems, analytical data interpretation, and collaborative multidisciplinary teamwork. Preferred technical competencies include familiarity with Python, C++, and ROS. The work focuses on refining the autonomy of the Fury Group 5 UAS to ensure reliable performance in complex operational scenarios.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement test plans to verify autonomous system capabilities in simulated mission profiles.
  • Analyze test data to validate system performance and identify areas for algorithm refinement.
  • Drive end-to-end test management by shaping requirements, leading execution, and delivering technical reports.
  • Execute and analyze simulations that replicate real-world scenarios to optimize system performance.
  • Develop and advance testing methodologies specifically for mission autonomy systems.
  • Coordinate with private and government test ranges to evaluate systems and software.
  • Define test requirements in alignment with hardware, software, and product objectives.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience in autonomous systems testing.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in flight testing, with a strong emphasis on autonomous or remotely piloted systems.
  • Demonstrated ability in developing and executing test plans for complex systems within aggressive timelines.
  • Familiarity with mission autonomy principles, unmanned systems, and integrating multiple assets into cohesive operational frameworks.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret test data, diagnose system behaviors, and recommend actionable improvements.
  • Proven track record of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret-Level security clearance.
  • Direct experience in development, testing, and deployment of mission autonomy systems in defense or aerospace (preferred).

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