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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. The Test & Evaluation (T&E) Team at Anduril operates across all product lines and business units. We manage flight operations at test ranges, conducting full system development testing, production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing, and more. If it involves testing, we support it. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your expertise in airspace management directly impacts Anduril's cutting-edge flight test operations. Your contributions will play a vital role in advancing the next generation of defense technology. WHAT YOU'LL DO * Airspace Coordination: Manage and deconflict airspace for test site operations, integrating manned and unmanned systems. * Flight Test Planning: Develop airspace management strategies for complex test scenarios. * Real-Time Communication: Coordinate with flight crews, test teams, and external agencies during operations. * Compliance Monitoring: Ensure adherence to FAA regulations and relevant airspace standards. * Risk Assessment: Identify and mitigate risks associated with flight operations and airspace usage. * Range Operations: Oversee airspace scheduling and resource allocation at test ranges. * Incident Response: Respond to airspace incidents and adapt plans to dynamic test conditions. * Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborate with internal teams, government agencies, and external stakeholders for airspace approvals. * Documentation: Maintain accurate records of airspace usage, operations, and safety procedures. * Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback to refine airspace management processes and tools. REQUIRED SKILLS * Prior experience as an Air Traffic Controller, JTAC, or Combat Controller. * Strong understanding of airspace management and FAA regulations. * Experience working with manned and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). * FAA Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) certification or equivalent experience. * FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (preferred). * Military certifications in airspace management (e.g., JTAC qualification) are a plus. * Strong communication and real-time decision-making abilities. * Familiarity with flight test range operations and airspace deconfliction tools/software. * Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance * Willingness to work in dynamic, outdoor environments. * In this role, you will be subject to pre-employment and randomized substance screening, as required by the Company. US Salary Range $112,000 - $149,000 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: Benefits At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits . Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. 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