Lead Flight Test Engineer – Hypersonic Systems

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

Job summary

Anduril is seeking an experienced Flight Test Engineer to lead development testing from subsonic to hypersonic systems. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, plan and execute full system-level flight and ground tests, and report on test results across private and government ranges.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of flight test protocols, and the ability to work with regulatory agencies to obtain necessary authorizations. Travel and extended hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline; equivalent experience acceptable.
• 5+ years as program lead or test director for rocket-launched systems or developmental weapon systems.
• Experience with SRM flight testing, missile development, and MRTFB operations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program management on test and evaluation proposals and schedules.
• Lead a team to plan and execute full system-level T&E of hardware and software.
• Engage with civil and government certifying agencies for operational authorizations.
• Conduct ground and flight testing at private and government ranges.
• Plan, execute, and report on lab, ground, and flight tests.

Skills

Flight Test Leadership

Test planning

Team leadership

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SIMDIS

Flight simulation tools

Linux

Datalinks

Go/Python

Job description

Anduril is seeking an experienced Flight Test Engineer to lead development testing from subsonic to hypersonic systems. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, plan and execute full system-level flight and ground tests, and report on test results across private and government ranges.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of flight test protocols, and the ability to work with regulatory agencies to obtain necessary authorizations. Travel and extended hours may be required.