Flight Test Engineer

Anduril; Wales; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in the UK is seeking a Flight Test Engineer to support the development and testing of advanced aerospace systems. This role involves designing and executing test protocols, emphasizing UAS technologies and electronics. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering, over 5 years of flight test experience, and a thorough understanding of UAS regulations. Competitive salary range is £66,000 to £88,000 with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage for employees and dependents

Income protection and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Mental health resources

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ flight test experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills in a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to work additional hours and travel.

Responsibilities

• Determine and develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals.
• Focus on new aircraft development, emphasizing avionics and quality.
• Support or lead test planning and analyze test performance.

Skills

UAS operating rules and regulations

Test protocols design

Data analysis

Engineering quality principles

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of engineering

Master’s degree in applicable field of engineering

Tools

Programming languages (Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript)

Job description

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.

Since 2023, Anduril UK has experienced rapid growth, introducing world-leading software-first, hardware-enabled systems to the UK Ministry of Defence and other government agencies. Our exemplar programme of Maritime Sentry Towers (MST), has been developed and delivered in close partnership with the UK government and sovereign British industry, fundamentally changing how border security and surveillance capabilities can be employed by UK authorities. Additionally, Anduril UK has expanded its portfolio to include the ALTIUS-600, a versatile autonomous aerial system, and Seabed Sentry, an advanced underwater surveillance platform. These systems, along with others, position Anduril UK to provide a broad range of software and software-enabled hardware products to meet the UK's defence and security needs as outlined in the 2023 Integrated Review Refresh and Defence Command Paper. World-leading technology like MST, ALTIUS-600, Seabed Sentry, and many of the other autonomous systems that will underpin the UK's technological future rely on modern C4 systems. These systems can integrate and fuse data across distributed systems, nodes, and networks to enable timely command decision-making. Anduril's open architecture Lattice operating system is an AI-powered software platform that transforms thousands of data streams into actionable information for operators at all levels.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril works across the entire spectrum of products and business lines, as well as all flight operations and test range management. Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• As a Flight Test Engineer you will determine and develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals and help guide and perform the completion of test activities.
• This position will focus heavily on new aircraft development, with an emphasis in electronics, avionics, propulsion, flight characteristics, rugged design, and quality at scale.
• Test duties include system and sub-system level T&E of hardware and software. As part of this process you will support or lead test planning, establish test measures of success, conduct test (ground and flight), analyze test performance, and drive process improvement/development.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering and 5+ years’ flight test experience.
• Expertise and working knowledge of UAS operating rules and regulations in the UK.
• Experience in designing and executing rigorous test protocols for new and developmental systems and skillful in data analysis.
• Thorough understanding of COTS and bespoke UAS technologies.
• An understanding of and passion for engineering quality concepts, principles, codes and experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts.
• Quick learner with the capacity to accurately implement new concepts and effectively organize, schedule and manage multiple project phases.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong interpersonal abilities. Comfortable in a dynamic, team-oriented environment performing complex tasks in one or more engineering areas.
• Flexibility to work additional hours and travel for testing activities as required by the business.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to immediately obtain and maintain a UK security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal T&E training at a recognized Test Pilot School.
• Master’s degree in applicable field of engineering.
• 8+ years of flight test experience.
• Experience within developmental and operational test & evaluation organizations.
• Direct experience with UAS design or operational deployment.
• Advanced knowledge of UAS testing methodologies and data analysis.
• Hold UK General VLOS Certificate.
• Remote pilot experience on VTOL UAS.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, etc

UK Salary Range

UK Salary Range: £66,000 — £88,000 GBP. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees.

Healthcare Benefits

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional 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.

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