Test & Evaluation Manager, UK & Europe

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Test and Evaluation (T&E) team as a Test & Evaluation Manager. You will work closely with engineering and operations teams in the London office, T&E leadership and a wide spectrum of business lines to establish and provide oversight of regulatory compliance, training, safety, flight operation and standard practices both on-site and at a variety of test facilities. The challenges you will face will be innumerable and unpredictable, but you will be expected to work with cross functional teams to find resolutions that enable test flight activity in the EMEA region.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage and grow a team of highly capable test operators and approvals experts

• Engage with the Civil Aviation Authority & Military Aviation Authority on a variety of regulatory issues and advise on internal flight test planning & procedures

• Design and manage requirements for specific category flight profiles in UK and European airspace

• Assist integration engineers with a variety of operational tasks that enable engineering, such as flight execution, material prep, or supporting test profiles by participating in flight tests

• Assist in sourcing components and airframes for testing against our Air Defense systems

• Work with our operations teams to provide flight support for Air Defence systems in the UK and Europe, this includes waypoint planning, and managing the suite of air vehicles that are available for use

• Act as the Flight Operations Post Holder and manager for operations in the region and ensure your team conforms to Anduril’s wider policies and best practices

• Assist our onsite teams based at flying sites within the UK and Europe

• Travel to various test sites and offices depending on testing requirements and team needs

• Construct high-level test plans and test procedures centred around envelope expansion and exercising UK Engineering payloads, sensors, algorithms and autonomous behaviors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Significant knowledge and understanding of UK airspace regulations and operating restrictions

• Knowledge and experience navigating the Defense Air Environment Operating framework as laid out in RA 1160, including adding RPAS to the MAR and specific category categorization

• Experience submitting Operational Authorization and associated documentation requests with the CAA

• Maintain a Flyer ID, a GVC for Rotary and Fixed Wing

• Experience testing and troubleshooting electrical, electronic, and avionic systems

• Ability to travel >50% of the time and commute weekly to a London based office

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to own a variety of tasks in an autonomous environment

• Able to work extended hours as required

• Strong customer service mentality

• Ability to de-construct and deliver results against complex tasks

• Valid driver’s license

• Able to lift 20kg overhead without support

• Ability to obtain a UK Security Check (SC) or higher clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienced with Pixhawk, ArduPilot and other flight controllers, including physical setup, configuration and operations

• CAA Private Pilots License (PPL)

• Flight Radiotelephony Operator’s License (FRTOL)

UK Salary Range
£75,000—£100,000 GBP

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.

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