Senior Test Pilot, Maneuver Dominance

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. This position will be filled a highly motivated Senior Test Pilot with a passion for developmental flight test of a new and revolutionary UAS. You will work heavily with the program leadership and a wide spectrum of cross-departments to help assist the team focused on solving hard problems and changing the industry forever. The role will be responsible for assisting on planning, coordination, execution and reporting on all facets of the flight test program. The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril works across the entire spectrum of products and business lines, as well as all flight operations and test range management. Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

Requirements

5+ years experience in UAS flight test.
Demonstrable competency as external RC pilot.
Part 61 and Part 107 pilots license.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Proficient with computer use (standard browser, word processing applications).
Willing to be multi-capable, including some electronics troubleshooting and repair.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a fast paced, challenging work environment.
Willing and able to travel >50% time within the US and overseas.
Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance

Nice To Haves

Instrument and Commercial Rating.
5+ years of developmental test experience.
5+ years RC flying experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain a high degree of professionalism including punctuality and culpability.
Prepare and brief missions and flight cards while assisting in planning the flight missions to meet Engineering requirements.
Act as a safety pilot, observing or directing flight or ground crew in their positions and actions taken to maintain a safe posture at all times.
Perform duties as Pilot in Command during flight operations and manage the responsibilities associated with that position.
Cross communicate with multiple teams, internal and external to Anduril, including Senior Leadership or Customers.
Travel on short notice to fulfill operational needs if and when those needs arise.
Maintain all required training and certifications required to perform your job, both internal and external such as FAA certifications.
Provide training and professional developmental support to coworkers under the guidelines of Anduril as needed.
Document procedures and techniques, as well as creating manuals for flight crew operations.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits
US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: 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.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: 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.
Mental Health Resources: 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.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.