Flight Test Engineer in Lampeter

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By leveraging the expertise, technology, and business model of leading 21st‑century innovators, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built, and sold. The company’s systems are powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns data streams into a real‑time, 3D command and control center. The Maneuver Dominance team develops operationally relevant, multi‑asset autonomy. The focus is on building the next generation of autonomous capabilities using existing Anduril platforms like Ghost or Altius, integrating third‑party platforms into the Lattice ecosystem, and developing breakthrough systems that will shape future battlefields. This is a fast‑paced environment where work directly impacts fielded products.

As a UAS Flight Test Engineer you will plan, execute, and report on developmental and operational flight testing and evaluation (T&E) activities. You will collaborate with a team of engineers and test specialists to manage and coordinate test and evaluation activities across the UK, U.S., and Europe under both civil and military approval schemes.

What You’ll Do

• Determine and develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals and guide the completion of test activities.
• Focus heavily on new aircraft development, emphasizing electronics, avionics, propulsion, flight characteristics, rugged design, and quality at scale.
• Conduct system and subsystem level T&E of hardware and software; support or lead test planning, establish success metrics, conduct ground and flight tests, analyze performance, and produce high‑quality reports for future development.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Master’s degree in an applicable field of engineering and 3+ years of flight test experience.
• Expertise and working knowledge of UAS operating rules and regulations in the UK.
• Experience designing and executing rigorous test protocols for new and developmental systems; skilled in data analysis.
• Thorough understanding of COTS and bespoke UAS technologies, including internal combustion, electric, and/or hybrid powertrains.
• Knowledge of flight control systems and flight dynamics of small, medium and/or large rotorcraft.
• Knowledge of EO/IR/Lidar sensor payloads and the intricacies required to plan and execute tests when deployed on maneuverable rotorcraft.
• Understanding and passion for engineering quality concepts, principles, codes, and broad application of those concepts.
• Quick learner capable of accurately implementing new concepts and effectively organizing, scheduling, and managing multiple project phases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities; comfortable in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment performing complex tasks in multiple engineering areas.
• Flexibility to work additional hours and travel for testing activities as required by the business.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to immediately obtain and maintain a UK security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Formal T&E training at a recognized test pilot school.
• Experience within developmental and operational test & evaluation organizations.
• Direct experience with UAS design or operational deployment.
• Advanced knowledge of UAV testing methodologies and data analysis.
• UK General VLOS Certificate.
• Remote pilot experience on VTOL UAS.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Benefits

Anduril offers an inclusive compensation package that includes a competitive base salary, highly competitive equity grants, and top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees. Benefits are available to employees at little to no cost and support health, recovery, and long‑term well‑being. As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.