Senior Flight Test Engineer, Air Dominance & Strike

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Costa Mesa, CA
Salary: $146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted: today

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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 · Senior Flight Test Engineer, Air Dominance & Strike

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As a Senior Flight Test Engineer at Air Dominance & Strike, you will join a specialized team focused on the developmental testing of advanced unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Your primary responsibilities include planning, coordinating, executing, and reporting on all aspects of flight tests for the Fury UAS. You will lead or support teams conducting ground and flight tests at various test ranges, collaborating closely with engineering to develop requirements and analyze test results. Essential qualifications include extensive experience as a test conductor/director for developmental aircraft systems, expertise in aerospace testing standards such as MIL-STD-882E and AS5653, and knowledge of UAS operating regulations within the National Airspace System.

Skills

MIL-STD-882E MIL-STD-516C MIL-STD-1553 MIL-STD-1760 AS5653 National Airspace System UAS operating rules UAS flight test ground test data analysis requirements development process improvement

What you'll do

Plan and coordinate all aspects of the flight test program for a new UAS.
Conduct ground and flight tests, investigate initial issues, and improve processes.
Lead or participate in teams conducting tests at various test ranges.
Develop requirements and discuss test results with engineering teams.
Ensure compliance with military standards and airspace regulations.

What we're looking for

8+ years of experience as a test conductor/director for developmental aircraft, weapons, or missile systems.
Extensive knowledge and application of MIL-STD standards (e.g., 882E, 1760) in testing environments.
Expertise in aerospace engineering disciplines such as aerodynamics, loads/dynamics, propulsion, and electrical systems.
Proficient understanding of National Airspace System regulations and UAS operating rules.
Immediate eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance required.

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