Integration & Test Engineer, Omen

Anduril Industries, a defense technology company focused on advanced capabilities, is looking for an Integration & Test Engineer specializing in Surrogates Testing to join the Omen team at our Costa Mesa headquarters. Omen is a hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that delivers runway‑independent operation with endurance, payload, and mission flexibility. The first tail‑sitter aircraft with a mass‑production contract, Omen supports mission planning across defense and civilian domains. What you’ll do Own surrogate platform test activities, including crewed carry/representative pod configurations, full‑size mock‑ups (with partial or full system integration), and powertrain rigs. Develop, review, and execute right‑sized test plans for surrogate flight test activities, capturing and reporting learnings, and making recommendations for design. Lead integration of vehicle and mission system components onto surrogate platforms for characterization in representative flight envelopes (altitude, airspeed, temperature, vibration). Evolve and demonstrate support system design with full‑size mock‑ups. Coordinate crewed surrogate operations including pod integration, instrumentation, pre‑flight checks, and mission planning. Support subscale UAS flight operations for software and subsystem development teams. Plan and execute powertrain rig operations for powertrain and control system integration testing. Ensure safety of airborne test environments through structured hazard identification and risk management. Coordinate test range access, airspace approvals, spectrum approvals, and operational permissions across CONUS and UAE locations. Implement and maintain processes for configuration control of surrogate test assets and installed instrumentation. Support flight test instrumentation (FTI) integration, including telemetry systems, for real‑time data during surrogate flights. Required Qualifications And Attributes Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or aviation‑related technical discipline. 5+ years of experience in flight test operations, preferably with uncrewed or autonomous air systems (Group 3 or larger). Experience integrating subsystems, payloads, and flight test instrumentation (FTI) onto flight platforms, including telemetry and real‑time monitoring. Knowledge of airspace management, flight test safety, and test range operations. Proficient in working safely with high‑voltage systems, including integration, checkout, and test. Strong test engineering foundation—DAQ setup and operation, sensor selection and installation, fluency in common communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, Serial), and command line interface (CLI). Extremely organized and detail‑oriented, with excellent verbal and written communication skills for broad audiences. A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture. Defense industry background desirable. Eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance in the United States, United Kingdom, or Australia. US Salary Range: $129,000 – $171,000 USD. This range is an estimate based on compensation factors and does not include equity or additional benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Anduril Industries