Senior Flight Test Engineer - Advanced Effects (Steelfin)

The role

You will plan and execute system level T&E of hardware and software for missile or weapon systems. This includes conducting ground and flight tests, collecting data, and developing test plans and reports.

What you will do

• Plan and execute system level T&E of hardware and software.
• Conduct ground and flight test.
• Perform initial issue investigation and process improvement.
• Act as lead or supporting test engineer for missile or weapon systems.
• Collect test data and perform initial data analysis.
• Develop requirements and discuss test results with program management.
• Create developmental test plans, test cards, technical updates and test reports.
• 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 in engineering or a related technical discipline or equivalent engineering experience.
• 8+ years of experience as test conductor/director for developmental aircraft, weapons, or missile systems.
• Good understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory.
• Test engineering experience working with developmental weapon or missile systems on manned and/or unmanned aircraft.
• Working 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.
• 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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret-Level 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.
• 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

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.

Before you apply

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret-Level 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.