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Flight Test Engineer, Ghost

2 weeks ago
United States
Full-time
Junior
Test Engineer
Quality Assurance and Testing
Bash CircleCI GitHub Linux SSH
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Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is an American defense technology firm that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems for integrated awareness and security across land, sea, and air, utilizing its proprietary Lattice platform to enhance intelligence, su...

Aerospace & Defense
1K-5K
Founded 2017
$2200M raised
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Description

  • Partner with the Ghost engineering team to plan, execute, report, and evaluate flight tests for software and hardware systems.
  • Support daily flight test operations and campaigns across multiple test locations.
  • Plan test events in support of the product roadmap and production schedule.
  • Manage configuration control and test assets across multiple test campaigns.
  • Maintain an inventory plan to keep assets mission capable and ready for testing.
  • Prepare for and support test readiness reviews, safety review boards, and operational test readiness activities.
  • Create and distribute test reports that communicate system status to stakeholders.
  • Generate and execute test cards, conduct pre- and post-flight briefings, and manage test events with pilots, engineering SMEs, and senior staff.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams during development and production testing to document findings, issues, observations, and results.
  • Interface daily with hardware and software engineering teams and report metrics on product performance, progression, and maturity.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field is a plus.
  • 1-3 years of experience in flight testing, flight test planning, or aviation systems development.
  • Hands-on experience with test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, or aircraft systems integration is strongly preferred.
  • Understanding of flight test principles, including test planning, execution, and data analysis.
  • Familiarity with test card development, safety risk assessments, and test methodology.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to quickly learn and apply new technical concepts.
  • Ability to assess and mitigate technical risks during flight testing.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document test plans, procedures, and results.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across engineering, program management, and operations.
  • Current or ability to obtain FAA 14 CFR Part 107 certification for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
  • Knowledge of FAA regulations and National Airspace procedures related to manned and unmanned aircraft operations is a plus.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Willingness to work extended hours as needed.
  • Willingness to conduct field testing in outdoor environments with exposure to sun, heat, and occasional rain.
  • Comfort with hands-on physical work, including lifting, carrying, and setting up test equipment.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and move objects up to 80 lbs with appropriate assistance and safety measures.
  • Ability to travel for test planning, execution, and customer engagements.
  • Strong software and documentation experience, with familiarity in Linux-based operating systems and tools such as GitHub, CircleCI, ssh, bash, and command line.
  • Knowledge of Group 1/2 rotary systems using COTS flight control systems and Ardupilot firmware.
  • Experience working on DoD programs.
  • Familiarity with remote operations and ground control stations.
  • Prior experience with military or civilian flight test operations.
  • Direct experience working with UAS platforms or autonomous systems.
  • Test Pilot School experience or equivalent training is highly desirable.

Benefits

  • US salary range of $86,000 to $114,000 USD.
  • Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers.
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees.
  • Comprehensive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.
  • Support for health, recovery, and other life needs.
  • Access to Anduril’s benefits information for more details.
  • Full-time compensation package that may vary based on experience, education, training, and critical skills.

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