Senior Flight Test Engineer: Advanced Weapon Systems

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA seeks a highly motivated Flight Test Engineer focused on developmental testing of aircraft weapon and missile systems. You will plan, coordinate, execute, and report on all facets of the test program, collaborating with cross‑functional teams across the company.

You will conduct system‑level tests for hardware and software, participate in data collection/analysis, and help ensure safety and compliance across private and government ranges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline; equivalent experience possible.
• 8+ years as test conductor/director for developmental aircraft, weapons, or missile systems.
• Solid understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; broad application.
• Experience with developmental weapon or missile systems testing (manned/unmanned).
• Experience with MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS8775, AS5653.
• Experience integrating/test with suspension, arming, release equipment.
• Knowledge of National Airspace System and UAS operating rules.
• Strong communication and documentation skills; able to work independently.
• Willingness to travel and ability to obtain TS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute system-level T&E of hardware and software with emphasis on resource planning, ground and flight test, issue investigation, and process development.
• Lead or support test engineer for missile/weapon systems to include development and integration testing of subsystems.
• Collect test data and perform initial analysis for the system under test.
• Collaborate with program management and engineering to develop requirements and discuss test results.
• Assist in developing developmental test plans, test cards, reports, and technical updates.
• Conduct ground/flight testing at private and government ranges.
• Maintain safety and adhere to operating procedures.

Job description

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA seeks a highly motivated Flight Test Engineer focused on developmental testing of aircraft weapon and missile systems. You will plan, coordinate, execute, and report on all facets of the test program, collaborating with cross‑functional teams across the company.

You will conduct system‑level tests for hardware and software, participate in data collection/analysis, and help ensure safety and compliance across private and government ranges.