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
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:
- Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
- Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
- 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
- A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
- Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
- Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
- Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
- 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
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.
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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