Senior Flight Test Engineer, Space Systems

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

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 to 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. 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 US Salary Range $166,000 - $220,000 USD 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, including: Healthcare Benefits 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. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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