Staff Flight Test Engineer, Missiles

The role

You will plan and execute system-level testing of hardware and software for weapon and missile systems. This includes conducting ground and flight tests, performing safety analysis, and collecting test data.

What you will do

• Plan and execute system-level T&E of hardware and software
• Develop requirements and discuss test results with program management
• Act as lead test engineer for small UAS, missile or weapon systems
• Perform safety and risk analysis for testing events
• Collect test data and perform initial data analysis
• Conduct ground and flight testing at private and government-owned test ranges
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or a related technical discipline or equivalent engineering experience
• 8+ years of experience as a lead test conductor/test director for developmental weapon or missile systems on manned and/or unmanned aircraft
• Experience with requirements development, test planning, execution, and reporting
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS8775, AS5653, etc.
• Experience integrating and conducting test with suspension, arming, and release equipment
• Understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory
• Working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations
• Strong computer and documentation experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Nice to have

• Experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD)
• Prior experience with software code/script building using programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, etc.
• Prior experience with Linux based systems and command line
• Working Knowledge with COTs Small UAS autopilot and mission planning software
• Prior experience in SRM and booster separation testing
• Experience working with manned aircraft personnel and familiar with aviation terminology
• Experience with weapon or tactical datalinks
• Experience with multiple different propulsion systems to include air and non-air breathing

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants
• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees

Before you apply

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
• Subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Their family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.