UAS Integration & Flight Controller Technician

10 hours, 20 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
IoT and Embedded Systems
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

Description

  • Lead the physical integration, setup, and configuration of UAS platforms, including flight controllers, GPS modules, telemetry, and payload systems.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for flight controller configuration, calibration, firmware management, and parameter tuning using ground control station software.
  • Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight diagnostics, maintenance, hardware modifications, and fault rectification to keep systems operational.
  • Collaborate with engineering, flight test, and project teams to provide technical feedback on UAS performance and support safe systems of work.
  • Maintain technical records, maintenance logs, and configuration control documentation.
  • Support the integration and testing of new technologies within Anduril’s UAS platforms.
  • Contribute to field integration and flight test operations, including opportunities to achieve and maintain UAS flight qualifications.

Requirements

  • Expert-level technical proficiency with Pixhawk and Cube Orange flight controllers, including integration, setup, configuration, advanced troubleshooting, and custom parameter tuning.
  • Proven experience in aviation maintenance, electronics, robotics, or a related technical field.
  • Deep understanding of UAS system architectures and flight dynamics.
  • Practical hands-on skills in electronics, soldering, battery management, and integration of complex components.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills under pressure and the ability to communicate technical issues clearly across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and travel to support field integration and flight test operations.
  • Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance or higher.
  • Experience in flight test environments, including exposure to UK Civil or Military UAS regulatory regimes, preferred.
  • Experience integrating and testing UAS designed for challenging environments, preferred.
  • Valid UK CAA General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC) or A2 Certificate of Competency (CofC) with demonstrated competence in planning and executing UAS flight operations, preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with highly competitive equity grants 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 and recovery needs.
  • Candidate protections and privacy safeguards during the hiring process.

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