Flight Test Engineer

About The Team

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 is a fantastic opportunity.

As a Flight Test Engineer

As a Flight Test Engineer you will plan, execute and report on developmental and operational flight T&E activities. You will work alongside a team of engineers and test specialists assisting in the wider management and coordination of test and evaluation within the UK, US and Europe under both civil and military approval schemes.

What You’ll Do

• Determine and develop various approaches to achieve T&E goals and help guide and perform the completion of test activities.
• Focus heavily on new aircraft development, with an emphasis on electronics, avionics, propulsion, flight characteristics, rugged design and quality at scale.
• Conduct system and sub‑system level T&E of hardware and software, support or lead test planning, establish test measures of success, conduct test (ground and flight), analyze test performance, and drive process improvement and development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering and 5+ years’ flight test experience.
• Expertise and working knowledge of UAS operating rules and regulations in the UK.
• Experience in designing and executing rigorous test protocols for new and developmental systems and skillful in data analysis.
• Thorough understanding of COTS and bespoke UAS technologies.
• An understanding of and passion for engineering quality concepts, principles, codes and experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts.
• Quick learner with the capacity to accurately implement new concepts and effectively organize, schedule and manage multiple project phases.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong interpersonal abilities. Comfortable in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment performing complex tasks in one or more 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

• Formal T&E training at a recognized Test Pilot School.
• Master’s degree in applicable field of engineering.
• 8+ years of flight test experience.
• Experience within developmental and operational test & evaluation organizations.
• Direct experience with UAS design or operational deployment.
• Advanced knowledge of UAS testing methodologies and data analysis.
• Hold UK General VLOS Certificate.
• Remote pilot experience on VTOL UAS.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, etc.

UK Salary Range

£66,000—£88,000 GBP

Healthcare Benefits

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full‑time offers; and are considered part of Anduril’s total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees.

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
• Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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