Provide technical guidance as well as after-action reports following field experimentation.
Repair and maintain structural, electronic control systems, and subassemblies of prototype UAS, commercial off-the-shelf[TH1] COTS UAS platforms, and various other system types, including military UAS.
Perform balance and flight-check for approving UAS for return-to-service.
Conduct UAS flight operations to include basic associated equipment operation, mission planning, image capture and transmission, GPS navigation, and air space management.
3+ years’ electrical (avionics) integration, material fabrication with extensive knowledge of Mission Planner and various other COTS ground control software.
Possess or have the ability to obtain an FAA Part 107 license.
Experience with one or more of the following: military systems, computer systems, GPS, RF video transmission technology and techniques, aviation, airspace management, aerodynamics, map reading, remote controlled systems, electronics, Mission Planner, and model aviation.
Ability to maintain personal flight logs and flight certification documentation.
Knowledge of related mechanical assemblies to include actuators, servos, electric motors, and their wiring components.
Knowledge of electronic/gas R/C systems and subassemblies.
Knowledge of composite materials like Kevlar, fiberglass, carbon fiber and their appropriate use as it pertains to UAS manufacturing.
Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel knowledge.
Ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced field environment and office environment, both orally and in writing.
Emphasis on field safety for all operationally involved personnel, not just flight crew-specific.
Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation, eagerness to learn, and attention-to-detail.
Additional requirements:
Travel both CONUS and OCONUS is required up to 40% (Approximately 6 to 10 trips per year, with each trip lasting 10 to 14 days).
Employment is contingent upon successfully obtaining a United States Passport within six months of the hire date.