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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
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Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
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The Flight Test Operator joins the Test and Evaluation team to support flight test operations for various Altius programs. This role involves building, programming, and maintaining autonomous aircraft while assisting engineers with system checkouts, flight executions, material preparation, and product installations at test sites. The candidate will manage day-to-day tasks including equipment maintenance, inventory management, and coordinating flight test activities. Essential skills include experience as an RC, RPIC, or Pilot-operator for fixed-wing commercial or defense Group 2 aircraft, along with knowledge of autopilot logic and National Airspace regulations. Technical requirements include small UAS maintenance and LiPO/LiON battery handling. The role focuses on the development and testing of autonomous systems, specifically addressing technical challenges in flight operations and system-level development to ensure products are ready for field deployment within a fast-paced environment.
UAS
Pixhawk
Cube Orange
Mission Planner
QGroundControl
Linux
Networking
IP Configuration
3D Printing
LiDAR
EO/IR Sensors
Robotics
Electronics
Remote Pilot Certificate
FAA Part 107