Flight Test Operator

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Costa Mesa, CA · Hardware Engineering : Test & Evaluation : Test & Evaluation

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company seeking a Flight Test Operator to support flight test operations for uncrewed rotary aircraft. The role involves assisting with test planning, execution, and maintenance of autonomous aircraft, working closely with test engineers and program leads. Responsibilities include flying aircraft, building and programming autonomous systems, and supporting various test operations. Requires experience with uncrewed aircraft, familiarity with flight controllers, and knowledge of airspace regulations.

What you'd actually do

  1. Assist with test, system checkouts, fly, and provide feedback on Precision Engagement Systems.
  2. Build, program, and maintain autonomous aircraft for flight.
  3. Work with Test Engineers on a variety of operational tasks that enable engineering, such as flight execution, material prep, or supporting test profiles by participating in our demonstrations.
  4. Assist with product installations at our test sites as needed
  5. Assist Site Manager and onsite team with maintenance, including managing office supplies, cleaning, inventory management and equipment maintenance

Skills

Required

  • RC, RPIC, or Pilot-operator (PIC) experience on fixed wing commercial and/or defense Group 1 -3 aircraft.
  • Ability to get and maintain a FAA part 107 certificate, and FAA Part 61 ground school completion (as required)
  • Ability to travel on an as needed basis.
  • Familiarity with flight controllers and autopilot logic.
  • Significant knowledge and understanding of National Airspace regulations and operating restrictions
  • Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to own a variety of tasks in an autonomous environment
  • Able to work extended hours as required
  • Strong customer service and organizational collaboration mentality
  • Small UAS maintenance experience.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 60% of the time.

Nice to have

  • LiPO/LiON battery handling experience
  • Bachelors degree in aerospace, electrical, software, or mechanical engineering.
  • Experience with developmental and operational test.

What the JD emphasized

  • autonomous aircraft
  • autonomous environment