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Anduril Industries · 4 hours ago

Senior Flight Test Engineer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing U.S. and allied military capabilities through advanced technology. The Senior Flight Test Engineer will lead and develop test and evaluation strategies for small UAS/Quadcopter systems, focusing on various engineering aspects such as avionics and flight characteristics while ensuring quality at scale.

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Responsibilities

Determine and develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals for a Small UAS/Quadcopter and help guide and perform the completion of test activities
Focus heavily on new SUAS/Quadcopter aircraft development, with an emphasis in electronics, avionics, propulsion, flight characteristics, rugged design, and quality at scale
Conduct system and sub-system level T&E of hardware and software
Support or lead in test planning, establishing test measures of success, test conducting (ground and flight), analyzing test performance, and driving process improvement/development

Qualification

SUAS flight test engineeringNational Airspace System knowledgeUAS operating rulesElectronicsAvionicsPropulsion systemsTest planningSoftware documentation experienceCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving ability

Required

5+ years sUAS flight test engineering experience and a bachelor's degree or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution
Previous expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations thereof
Must have a complete understanding of and passion for SUAS/Quadcopter engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expansive knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems
Strong software and documentation experience
Must have strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas
Able to work extended hours as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Ability to travel as required for planning and testing

Preferred

Previous experience in working with energetics, explosive hazard handling and operation procedures, and Electronic Safe-Arming Device (ESAD) are preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.
Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.
Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Annual reimbursement for professional development.
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Available depending on role eligibility.

Company

Anduril Industries

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Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$6.25B
Key Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M

Leadership Team

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Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
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Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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