Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
As a Flight Acceptance Technician, you will be a full systems integrator and a quality inspector of both hardware and software and will aid in troubleshooting efforts to identify inconsistencies and issues that may arise. You will work closely with several engineering teams and provide quality feedback and assist in acquiring solutions. You will adhere to FOD and ESD company requirements and will ultimately certify aircraft and deem them ready for flight along with certifying launchers and other Anduril products.
- You will work with a team of individuals who perform quality inspections on multiple products and perform in multiple capacities in the Flight Acceptance department to complete combined systems tests.
- You will be assigned to work on multiple platforms such as Altius 600, Altius 700, Launcher Systems, and more.
- You will also work on qualifying payloads and aircraft configurations.
- You will load firmware, software, and operationally test unmanned aerial vehicles, payloads, perform radio checkouts, and GPS checkouts on Altius 600, Altius 700, and other Anduril products.
- You are expected to become proficient in reconfiguring IPs, updating, and loading multiple radio network configurations on multiple radio models such as Silvus and Persistent Systems.
- You will track and become familiar with multiple Altius 600 and 700 variants along with launcher systems such as PILS and Hand launcher.
- You will perform visual, physical, and operational quality inspections of assembled aircrafts and launcher systems. You will help establish future processes while performing daily functions. Upon aircraft return from flight tests, you will perform post flight inspections.
- Overall, you will become well versed with the functionality of several subsystems, but more importantly how they collaborate in a combined systems test.
- Must have an aviation background with 5+ years of experience.
- Must have a strong understanding of aircraft systems (avionics, flight surfaces, propulsion) and operations
- Must have a basic understanding of computer networking
- Must have a basic understanding of electrical and mechanical principles
- Must be proficient with mechanical tools (drivers, pliers, scales, etc.)
- Strong communication skills
- Detail-oriented / strong organizational skills
- Familiarity with ad hoc radio operations
- Basic understanding of loading and configuring software
- Have performed quality inspections with 2+ years of experience.
- Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
- Experience with calibrated tools (torque drivers, torque wrenched, protractors, etc.).
- Technical or associate degree in aerospace / UAS related field with hands-on
- Experience working with UAS/UAV (Crew Chief, Maintainer, or A&P) 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer with hands-on aerospace experience (RC Hobby, SAE Aero, Design-Build Fly team).
- Equivalent military experience as UAS/UAV operator or maintainer.
- Experience assembling aircraft and aircraft subsystems.
- Experience troubleshooting electrical issues (identify cold solder joints, bad crimps, faulty connections.
- RCCA experience
- Familiarity with 3D printed plastic materials and carbon fiber composites.
- Experience with Linux/NixOS systems
- Experience with Putty / WinSCP
- Experience with Silvus and/or Persistent Systems Radios
Note: This position will be four 10-hour work shifts per week. Hours are 3:30pm - 2am, Monday -Thursday.
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.
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