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Senior Flight Test Engineer, Maneuver Dominance

Anduril· Hardware Platform : Hardware Test Operations
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Costa Mesa, CA$145k - $190kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior UAS Flight Test Engineer focused on planning, executing, and reporting developmental and operational flight test and evaluation activities for Group 3 UAS, operating within a fast-paced, innovative defense tech environment. Role involves testing, coordinating, and traveling to remote sites domestically and internationally to support US, UK, and Europe trials under civil and military approvals.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct rigorous testing and evaluation of Group 3 UAS to ensure performance and reliability.
  • Deploy to remote test sites within the US, with opportunity to support trials in overseas locations.
  • Participate in weekly stand-ups and provide progress reports to program and T&E leadership.
  • Develop and execute focused test plans for internal and customer trials.
  • Develop and implement baseline safety plans to mitigate risks during testing.
  • Communicate effectively within the team and across the organization.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
  • 8+ years of experience in UAS integration, testing, and project management.
  • Ability and willingness to travel >75% time to remote locations in the US and overseas.
  • Understanding of the National Airspace System and UAS regulations.
  • Practical experience with large UAS testing and development.
  • Strong grasp of engineering principles and technical concepts.
  • Ability to organize, coordinate work effectively, and document thoroughly.
  • Familiarity with rotary-wing and fixed-wing aerodynamics and flight control systems.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently and in teams.
  • Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.
  • FAA Part 107 certificate holder.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
  • In this role, you will be subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening, as required by the Company.

Skills

Required:UAS integrationFlight test planningSafety planningRegulatory understandingCommunication

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including health, recovery, and future planning.
Last updated Aug 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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