Senior Quality Engineer (Flight Line Support)

Anduril Industries • Ashville, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Quality Engineering team is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to support flight line operations in Victorville, CA, with a future relocation to Arsenal-1 in Ashville, OH in Q1 2027. This role will focus on quality assurance and process integrity for aircraft operations, integration, and testing directly on the flight line. The engineer will bridge development, production, and field operations, ensuring aircraft functionality and performance. Responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving issues in the field, providing critical support for final integration, troubleshooting, and operational readiness. The position is dynamic and hands-on, involving management of flight-line quality assurance activities and driving improvements in the aircraft integration process. It is ideal for individuals who thrive in high-stakes environments, enjoy implementing innovative solutions, and prioritize precision and quality during critical aircraft operations. The role requires relocation to Victorville, CA until Q1 2027, with housing and transportation provided. Following flight line duties, the role transitions to a full-time position at the Arsenal-1 facility in Ashville, OH.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field
• 5+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, flight test, sustainment, or Engineering roles with direct involvement in aircraft testing activities
• Strong working knowledge of aviation systems, subsystems integration, and mechanical/electrical manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with flight-line processes, operational readiness requirements, and troubleshooting under time constraints
• Experience working directly with DCMA and military customers from enlisted to senior officers.
• Knowledge of government regulations affecting aviation systems, defense contracts, and flight certification
• Experience with quality management of complex systems such as propulsion, flight controls, avionics, mission systems, fuel, hydraulics, and structural components
• Hands-on experience with pre-flight and post-flight inspection guidelines, quality audits, and troubleshooting processes
• Expertise in product quality methodologies such as FMEA, APQP, and FAI
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) applied to aerospace systems
• Experience working with measurement tools
• Demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion in fast-paced environments requiring quick decision-making
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

• 7+ years of experience with military aircraft flight line operations, quality systems, or production processes
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS6500, and ISO 9001-based quality management systems
• Familiarity with IPC standards for electronics and MIL standards for aerial vehicle integration
• Experience with Manufacturing Readiness Levels
• Hands-on experience using Teamcenter, SolidWorks/NX, Jira, and manufacturing execution systems

Responsibilities

• Personify quality oversight and support during aircraft maintenance, ground testing, and flight testing.
• Monitor flight line activities to ensure adherence to stringent quality standards, safety protocols, and detailed technical procedures.
• Conduct thorough pre-flight checks and audits to verify the readiness of systems, structures, and components.
• Develop and execute inspection systems tailored to flight line and operational support requirements.
• Lead RCCA initiatives specifically targeting issues arising during test and maintenance, and sustainment.
• Address in-field non-conformance issues and resolve immediate defects impacting operational readiness.
• Partner closely with manufacturing engineers, test engineers, field operations teams, and pilots to resolve technical and quality issues.
• Evaluate system & process performance directly within operational environments.
• Provide real-time technical and quality support during flight testing, ensuring data is accurately captured, defects are analyzed, and adjustments are rapidly implemented in subsequent iterations.
• Drive continuous improvement of flight line processes, testing protocols, and operator procedures to mitigate risks and enhance operational efficiency.
• Support quality documentation efforts specific to flight-line activities, including inspection logs, NCR metrics, pre-flight investigation reports, and detailed performance summaries.

Benefits

• Housing, transportation, etc. will be provided during your stay in Victorville, CA.
• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers.
• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior