Flight Test Operator

Anduril

Costa Mesa, United States
Base: $41-$54 usd hourly; bonus/equity: highly com...
On-site
Valid part 61 and part 107 pilot license
Manual uas operations on fw and fw vtol airframes
Expert proficiency with pixhawk and cube orange controllers
Anduril is seeking a Flight Test Operator to plan, execute, and certify complex Uncrewed Air System missions within the Specific Category

Job Summary

  • Anduril is seeking a Flight Test Operator to plan, execute, and certify complex Uncrewed Air System missions within the Specific Category.
  • The role requires expert-level technical proficiency with Pixhawk and Cube Orange flight controllers to troubleshoot and configure UAS platforms.
  • Candidates must be willing to travel extensively, potentially greater than 50% of the time, to support field operations in an innovative environment.

Matching Summary

Anduril is seeking a Flight Test Operator to plan, execute, and certify complex Uncrewed Air System missions within the Specific Category.

Salary

Base: $41-$54 USD hourly; Bonus/Equity: Highly competitive equity grants included; Benefits: Top-tier benefits package available at little to no cost

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid Part 61 and Part 107 pilot license
  • Manual UAS operations on FW and FW VTOL airframes
  • Expert proficiency with Pixhawk and Cube Orange controllers
  • Experience planning and executing complex UAS missions
  • Knowledge of FAA Part 107 regulations and safety cases

Nice-to-have

  • Instrument and Commercial Rating
  • 5+ years developmental test experience
  • Background in aviation maintenance or electronics
  • Experience operating in maritime or mountainous environments
  • Technical qualification in avionics or robotics

Key Requirements

  • Hold valid Part 61 and Part 107 pilot licenses
  • Significant manual UAS/RC aircraft experience
  • Must be able to obtain US security clearance
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends

Work Rights

Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance

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