Lead Flight Test Engineer, Hypersonic & Rocket Systems

Anduril Industries, Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries, based in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks a Flight Test Engineer to lead developmental testing from subsonic to hypersonic systems. You will drive all aspects of test programs, coordinating with leadership and multiple departments to meet objectives and ensure rigorous safety and quality standards.

You will oversee ground and flight tests, manage resources, and report results, while engaging with certifying agencies to secure necessary approvals in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• 5+ years as program lead or test director for rocket-launched systems or developmental weapon systems.
• Experience with MRTFB ranges and flight testing.
• Expertise in Flight Safety Systems (FSS) compliant with MRTFB, RCC, and FAA standards.
• Familiar with MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS8775, AS5653.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage full system-level T&E of hardware and software, including ground and flight testing.
• Lead a team to coordinate test gates, milestones, and results.
• Engage with civil and government certifying agencies to obtain operational authorizations.
• Collaborate with program management and engineering to meet objectives.
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and safety compliance.

Skills

Flight test planning

Team leadership

Test execution

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master’s degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

Go

Java

C++

Python

JavaScript

SIMDIS

Linux

Job description

Anduril Industries, based in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks a Flight Test Engineer to lead developmental testing from subsonic to hypersonic systems. You will drive all aspects of test programs, coordinating with leadership and multiple departments to meet objectives and ensure rigorous safety and quality standards.

You will oversee ground and flight tests, manage resources, and report results, while engaging with certifying agencies to secure necessary approvals in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.