Senior Flight Test Engineer - Space Systems

ABOUT THE ROLE

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. You will collaborate closely with program leadership and various departments to lead a team dedicated to solving tough problems and revolutionizing the industry. This role involves planning, coordinating, executing, and reporting on all aspects of the test program.

The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril works across the entire spectrum of products and business lines, as well as all flight operations and test range management. Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Collaborate with program management on rocket-launched (subsonic and supersonic) 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. Equivalent engineering experience may substitute for education.
• 7-10+ years of experience as program lead or test director for rocket-launched systems or developmental weapon systems, including requirements development, initial prototype builds, test planning, execution, and reporting.
• 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, including adherence to local range safety requirements, analysis, simulation studies, and documentation submission.
• Knowledge of Flight Termination System (FTS) integration with range support and monitoring equipment.
• Experience with surrogate booster motor integration, preferably in hypersonic programs.
• 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 (EVM, MIL-STD-881, etc.).
• Working knowledge of military standards (MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS8775, AS5653, etc.).
• Experience integrating and conducting tests with ground or ship-based launch systems, and with suspension, arming, and release equipment.
• Familiarity with military missile system airworthiness certification standards and processes (ADS-45-HDBK, Seek Eagle, NNMSB, etc.).
• 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.
• In this role, you will be subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening, as required by the Company.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Knowledge of High-Power Rocketry standards (14 CFR part 101, NFPA 1127).
• High power rocketry certifications 1, 2 or 3
• 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 such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, etc.
• Prior experience using a flight simulation to support flight safety analysis including debris pattern propagation, instantaneous impact point (IIP)
• Familiarization with Flight simulation and live telemetry visualization tools such as SIMDIS
• 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 thereof.
• 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