Senior Flight Test Engineer - Space Systems

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Flight Test Engineer with a focus on developmental testing of a full range of Sub-sonic to Hypersonic systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with program management on rocket-launched systems proposals, strategies, and test and evaluation solutions to meet program objectives.
• Work with program management, test leads, and engineering department leads to develop requirements, communicate test schedules and progress, establish test gates and milestones, and discuss test results.
• Lead a team to plan and execute full system-level T&E of hardware and software, focusing on resource planning, ground and flight testing, issue investigation, and process improvement.
• Serve as the lead test engineer for R&D rocket-launched systems, including development, certification, and integration testing of subsystems.
• Engage with civil and government certifying agencies to obtain necessary operational authorizations.
• Conduct ground and flight testing at private and government-owned test ranges.
• Support start up of new test facilities for super sonic testing.
• Support initial design, build, and integration phases hands-on.
• Plan, execute, and report on lab, ground, and flight tests.
• Oversee test data collection and perform initial data analysis.
• Ensure safe operations in accordance with established procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• 7-10+ years of experience as program lead or test director for rocket-launched systems or developmental weapon systems.
• Extensive experience in SRM flight testing, guided SRM missile development, stage separation systems design and testing, and MRTFB operations and procedures.
• Expertise in developing Flight Safety Systems (FSS) compliant with MRTFB, RCC, and FAA standards.
• Experience as an MRTFB Range User.
• Knowledge of Flight Termination System (FTS) integration with range support and monitoring equipment.
• Experience with surrogate booster motor integration.
• Strong understanding of vehicle, payload, and ground safety equipment requirements.
• Familiarity with adjacent missile technology programs and funding opportunities.
• Experience with system engineering or DoD program processes.
• Working knowledge of military standards.
• Experience integrating and conducting tests with ground or ship-based launch systems.
• Familiarity with military missile system airworthiness certification standards and processes.
• Ability to manage complex test schedules and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel for test planning and execution and work extended hours as needed.
• Proactive problem-solving attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge of High-Power Rocketry standards.
• High power rocketry certifications.
• Prior experience in Supersonic / Hypersonic Vehicle design and flight testing.
• Prior experience in solid or liquid rocket propellent engine/booster testing.
• Prior experience with software code/script building using programming languages.
• Prior experience using a flight simulation to support flight safety analysis.
• Familiarization with Flight simulation and live telemetry visualization tools.
• Prior experience with Linux based systems and command line.
• Working Knowledge with COTs Small UAS autopilot and mission planning software.
• Previous expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations.
• Experience working with manned aircraft personnel.
• Experience with weapon or tactical datalinks.
• Experience with multiple different propulsion systems.

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.