Anduril Industries · 1 day ago
Senior Flight Test Engineer - Small UAS
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$146K/yr - $194K/yr
5+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through advanced technology. The Senior Flight Test Engineer will develop and execute testing strategies for Small UAS/Quadcopter aircraft, focusing on various engineering aspects such as electronics, avionics, and propulsion.
National DefenseArtificial Intelligence (AI)AerospaceGovernmentMilitaryNational Security
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
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
Healthcare 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.
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems to enhance national security.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
XPRIZEAlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders Fund
2026-01-29Grant· $0.15M
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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