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Staff Avionics Technician, Group 5

Anduril

Anduril

Costa Mesa, CA, USA
Posted on May 2, 2024

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.

This position will be filled by a highly motivated Avionics Technician with a passion for developmental flight test of a new and revolutionary Group 5 UAS, and experience performing maintenance and troubleshooting of aircraft and Ground Control Segment (GCS) systems. You will work heavily with the Maintenance Lead and a wide spectrum of cross-departments to help a team focused on solving hard problems and changing the industry forever. The Avionics Technician for Group 5 UAS is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and upgrades of the avionics systems on large unmanned aircraft systems. This role requires a deep understanding of sophisticated electronic systems, as well as the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues that affect the performance and safety of the aircraft.

The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril works across the entire spectrum of products and business lines, as well as all flight operations and test range management. Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Experience with Tool Control, FOD, HAZMAT, Training, Quality, and Security programs.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain aircraft and subsystems including avionics & mission systems and other subsystems wiring
  • Assemble components, such as electrical controls, junction boxes, and install software.
  • Complete aircraft and equipment documentation,
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain site support equipment.
  • Communicate system performance and assessment with engineering and production.
  • Perform validation and testing of various electronic components using equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks.
  • Assist with many aspects of autonomous drone system software.
  • Possess the ability to navigate Linux software environments, execute coding commands, and manage software configuration updates in collaboration with software engineering teams.
  • Build, integrate and test avionics and mission systems
  • Prioritize maintenance tasks in accordance with departmental needs.
  • Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to junior service technicians and mechanics.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize maintenance procedures and workflows.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Able to travel as required
  • Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret clearance
  • 7+ years or more of Avionics, Communication/ Navigation Technician experience
  • Qualification and Certification credentials, or equivalencies as a FAA APPROVED FORM 8610-2/ FAA Repairmen Certificate, Air Force 7 level in AFSC or Navy or Marine Corps Avionics CDI / QAR.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Proficient with computer use (standard browser, word processing applications)
  • Willing to be multi-capable. Which shall include some electronics troubleshooting and repair
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a fast paced, challenging work environment


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • A&P with Inspection Authorization
  • Developmental test experience
  • Experience reading engineering drawings, blueprints and interpret/translate instructions to specific maintenance mechanics/technicians
  • Experience with avionics systems and components, preferably with Group 5 UAS or similar large aircraft
  • Familiar with Linux operating systems, executing coding commands, and skilled in performing software configuration updates
US Hourly Range
$51$75 USD

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 top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
    • 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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