Anduril Industries-posted 3 months ago
$120,000 - $165,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Las Vegas, NV
1,001-5,000 employees

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 is looking for a highly motivated flight test engineer, and test lead with emphasis in developmental test of a new and revolutionary Group 5 UAS. You will work heavily with the program leadership and a wide spectrum of cross-departments to help build a 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 test program.

  • Determine, develop and recommend various approaches to achieve T&E goals set by Anduril T&E and Program leadership.
  • Manage, guide, and execute technical efforts of the Fury development test program.
  • Provide direct input to test event planning, preparation, execution and reporting.
  • Focus on new aircraft development, with emphasis on envelope expansion, flying qualities, vehicle autonomy, and test in operational environments.
  • Ensure comprehensive flight test campaign execution of multiple test articles in support of high-risk test events.
  • Test hardware and software in laboratory, ground and flight test environments, with emphasis placed on resource planning.
  • Seek process improvements to increase test efficiency across all test environments.
  • Support test execution at government test facilities with USG partners.
  • Facilitate and lead the technical interactions between disparate engineering teams.
  • Coordinate across the members of T&E IPT, including Flight Operations and Maintenance.
  • Contribute to periodic and milestone engineering reviews, facilitating technical discussions between Anduril and customer representatives.
  • Develop creative solutions to unique problems and engage the team to solve and fix any problem encountered.
  • 10+ years of experience as test conductor/director for developmental aircraft, weapons, or missile systems.
  • A bachelor's degree or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
  • Test engineering experience working with developmental systems of manned and/or unmanned aircraft including requirements development, test planning and execution, and test reporting.
  • Complete understanding of Test & Evaluation engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory.
  • Experience working across program Integrated Product Teams to influence system design or configuration.
  • Previous experience with and current working knowledge of DCMA INST 8210, MIL-STD-516, 14 CFR, and service related T&E guiding documents.
  • Foundational expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System, government restricted airspace and UAS operating rules and regulations.
  • Prior experience conducting development flight test operations at military ranges.
  • Ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases.
  • Strong computer and documentation experience.
  • 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.
  • Experience with large aircraft development and working with the Department of Defense (DoD).
  • Ability to work extended hours as required.
  • Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution.
  • Ability to immediately obtain a U.S. Top Secret-Level security clearance.
  • 15+ years experience in Test & Evaluation, or related technical fields.
  • Previously held a role as the Flight Test Engineering Lead.
  • Been a part of the first flight of a developmental aircraft, or major aircraft system.
  • Bias for action – if you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it.
  • Experience managing individuals or teams of multiple individuals.
  • Experience with large UAS development.
  • Previous experience working within a Combined Test Force or equivalent.
  • Platinum Healthcare Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost.
  • Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for UK roles, fully covered for employee and dependents.
  • Private health plan through Bupa for AUS roles, fully subsidized.
  • Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December.
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support including fertility, adoption, and gestational carrier coverage.
  • Mental Health Resources including free therapy and life coaching.
  • Professional development stipend available to all Andurilians.
  • Daily Meals and Provisions including breakfast, lunch and stocked micro-kitchens.
  • Company-funded commuter benefits available based on region.
  • Relocation assistance depending on role eligibility.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k).
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