Flight Test Engineer - Mission Autonomy

Telemetry Today LLC; Costa Mesa (CA); Presencial; USD 88 000 - 117 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Equity grants

Top-tier benefits

Resumo da oferta

Anduril Industries in the United States seeks a Mission Autonomy Flight Test Engineer to advance autonomous testing across our systems. You will design test plans, run simulations, and analyze results to validate performance in demanding scenarios.

Collaborating with software, hardware, and product teams, you will shape test requirements, manage end-to-end testing, and report findings to leadership. Willingness to travel and the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret clearance are required.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, robotics, or related field.
• Experience in flight testing, especially autonomous or remotely piloted systems.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with mission autonomy, unmanned systems, and multi-asset integration.
• Strong data interpretation and problem-solving skills.
• Proven collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to meet milestones.
• Excellent communication, and willingness to travel.

Responsabilidades

• Drive testing methodologies for mission autonomy systems across complex scenarios.
• Design and implement test plans and simulations for autonomous systems.
• Analyze test data to validate performance and identify improvements.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and product teams to define test requirements.
• Lead end-to-end test management and deliver reports to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with private and government test ranges for evaluations.

Conhecimentos

Flight testing

Autonomy systems

Test planning

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in engineering/CS/robotics

Ferramentas

Python

C++

ROS

Simulation tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril is integral to our mission, ensuring that every product meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. We are at the forefront of testing approaches, particularly in the domain of mission autonomy systems. As we expand, we're seeking a methodical engineer who is prepared to tackle the challenges of mission autonomy testing and contribute to the iterative development and refinement of our autonomous systems, including the Fury, Anduril's Group 5 UAS.

As a Mission Autonomy Flight Test Engineer at Anduril Industries, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of defense technology. Your focus on autonomy will empower users to execute multifaceted missions with precision and efficiency. Join us in our mission to transform military capabilities with your expertise in testing and autonomy.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Drive the advancement of Anduril's testing methodologies, with a focus on mission autonomy systems, to ensure robust and reliable performance in complex operational scenarios.
• Design and implement test plans that challenge and verify the capabilities of autonomous systems in a variety of simulated mission profiles.
• Analyze data from tests to validate system performance and identify areas for improvement, iterating rapidly to refine autonomy algorithms and behaviors.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, and product managers, to define test requirements and ensure alignment with system capabilities and mission objectives.
• Drive end-to-end test management by shaping program requirements, designing comprehensive test plans, leading execution efforts, analyzing complex data, and delivering clear, concise reports to cross-functional and program teams.
• Execute and analyze simulations that replicate real-world scenarios for autonomous systems to accelerate testing cycles, optimize system performance, and inform stakeholders on development and deployment implications.
• Coordinate with private and government test ranges to test and evaluate systems and software

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, robotics, or a related technical field from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience in autonomous systems testing.
• Experience in flight testing, with a strong emphasis on autonomous or remotely piloted systems.
• Demonstrated ability in developing and executing test plans for complex systems within aggressive timelines.
• Familiarity with the principles of mission autonomy, unmanned systems, and the integration of multiple assets into cohesive operational frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret test data, diagnose system behaviors, and recommend actionable improvements.
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively articulating technical challenges and solutions to a diverse audience.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel to various testing locations as required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret-Level security clearance.
• In this role, you will be subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening, as required by the Company.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Direct experience in the development, testing, and deployment of mission autonomy systems in a defense or aerospace context.
• Hands-on experience with simulation environments and tools used for testing autonomous systems.
• Familiarity with software development practices and experience with programming languages used in autonomy and robotics (e.g., Python, C++, ROS).
• Knowledge of current industry and military standards related to unmanned aerial systems and their operation within national airspace.

US Salary Range

$88,000 - $117,000 USD

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, including:

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits .