Senior Avionics & Flight Systems Engineer

Anduril-1; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Senior Avionics Maintenance Engineer for Advanced Effects to support developmental flight tests of new and revolutionary products. You will lead aircraft mechanical assessment, maintenance coordination, flight execution, and reporting on flying systems readiness to the test program, collaborating with program leadership and cross-departments.

The role requires a current A&P license, hands-on experience with airframe/propulsion, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Valid A&P license.
• 5+ years of airframe and power plant experience.
• 3+ years missile/rocket system development experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Willing to be multi-capable, including electronics troubleshooting.
• Ability to travel for test planning and execution.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance.
• Subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist with aircraft fabrication, assembly, and operation including structural fabrication and avionics build/integration/test.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain aircraft and subsystems including landing gear, fuel, flight control, and propulsion.
• Perform airframe construction techniques such as rivets and fasteners.
• Document maintenance manuals, checklists, and flight logs.
• Coordinate site maintenance and report readiness to test program.
• Validate testing of electronic components using test equipment.
• Maintain FOD and tool control practices.
• Lift/move heavy objects up to 50 lbs and operate forklifts.

Skills

A&P license

Airframe & power plant

Missile/rocket system

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Travel flexibility

Security clearance eligibility

Substance screening awareness

Job description

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Senior Avionics Maintenance Engineer for Advanced Effects to support developmental flight tests of new and revolutionary products. You will lead aircraft mechanical assessment, maintenance coordination, flight execution, and reporting on flying systems readiness to the test program, collaborating with program leadership and cross-departments.

The role requires a current A&P license, hands-on experience with airframe/propulsion, and the ability to