Senior Flight Test Engineer, Maneuver Dominance

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$145,000–$190,000 / yr
Posted
38 days ago
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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.

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TL;DR · Senior Flight Test Engineer, Maneuver Dominance

As a Senior Flight Test Engineer, Maneuver Dominance, you will join the Maneuver Dominance team to develop operationally relevant, multi-asset autonomy for the next generation of battlefield capabilities. You will plan, execute, and report on developmental and operational flight Test & Evaluation activities for Group 3 UAS to ensure performance and reliability. Your daily responsibilities include developing focused test plans for internal and customer trials, implementing baseline safety plans to mitigate risks, and coordinating testing under civil and military approval schemes across the US, UK, and Europe. You will utilize your expertise in rotary-wing and fixed-wing aerodynamics, flight control systems, and National Airspace System regulations. The role requires proficiency in UAS integration, project management, and technical documentation while navigating complex autonomous systems to solve critical problems in multi-asset autonomy and integrated defense technology.

What you'll do

  • Conduct rigorous testing and evaluation of Group 3 UAS to ensure performance and reliability.
  • Develop and execute focused test plans for internal and customer trials.
  • Develop and implement baseline safety plans to mitigate risks during testing operations.
  • Plan, execute, and report on developmental and operational flight Test & Evaluation activities.
  • Coordinate and manage test and evaluation programs across the US, UK, and Europe.
  • Deploy to remote domestic and international sites to support various trials.
  • Provide regular progress reports to program and T&E leadership during weekly stand-ups.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
  • 8+ years of experience in UAS integration, testing, and project management.
  • FAA Part 107 certificate holder.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
  • Understanding of the National Airspace System and UAS regulations.
  • Familiarity with rotary-wing and fixed-wing aerodynamics and flight control systems.
  • Practical experience with large UAS testing and development.
  • Ability to travel over 75% of the time to remote locations in the US and overseas.

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