Flight Test Operator

About the Role

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. This role involves flying small uncrewed fixed-wing aircraft in support of flight test operations, collaborating with test team members across Altius programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with test, system checkouts, fly, and provide feedback on Altius for Test Engineering.
• Build, program, and maintain autonomous aircraft for flight.
• Work with Test Engineers on a variety of operational tasks, including flight execution, material preparation, and supporting test profiles through demonstrations.
• Assist with product installations at test sites.
• Assist Site Manager and onsite team with maintenance, including managing office supplies, cleaning, inventory management, and equipment maintenance.
• Travel between test sites as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• RC, RPIC, or Pilot-operator (PIC) experience on fixed-wing commercial and/or defense Group 2 aircraft.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a FAA Part 107 certificate.
• Ability to complete FAA Part 61 ground school (as required).
• Familiarity with flight controllers and autopilot logic.
• Significant knowledge and understanding of National Airspace regulations and operating restrictions.
• Small UAS maintenance experience.
• Willingness to travel approximately 60% of the time.
• Ability to work extended hours as required.

Qualifications

• RC, RPIC, or Pilot-operator (PIC) experience on fixed-wing commercial and/or defense Group 2 aircraft.
• Ability to get and maintain a FAA part 107 certificate, and FAA Part 61 ground school completion (as required).
• Ability to travel on an as needed basis.
• Familiarity with flight controllers and autopilot logic.
• Significant knowledge and understanding of National Airspace regulations and operating restrictions.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to own a variety of tasks in an autonomous environment.
• Able to work extended hours as required.
• Strong customer service and organizational collaboration mentality.
• Small UAS maintenance experience.
• Willingness to travel approximately 60% of the time.
• Subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• LiPO/LiON battery handling experience.
• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, electrical, software, or mechanical engineering.
• Experience with developmental and operational test.