sUAS Specialist
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Tracking Code
9622-987
Posted Date
5/26/2026
Job Location
Huntsville, Alabama
Location of Position
Huntsville, Alabama
Work Arrangement
On Site: 100%
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Clearance Required?
Ability to Qualify
Level of Clearance Required
Secret
General Summary
COLSA Corporation is hiring for a UAS Specialist to join our Uncrewed Systems Department where you will participate in the integration, maintenance, training, and test of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS).
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)
Participates in rapid prototyping for the design process for drones
Makes recommendations for modification during the design process based on feedback from previous testing results to meet desired specifications.
Performs assembly of mechanical and electrical drones, integration and test, and buildup of assemblies & subassemblies
Uses a variety of machine shop tools and other items including CNC mills, 3D printers, etc.
Documents processes and build techniques
Provides technical support to stakeholders and troubleshoots issues
Participates in testing, data collection and analysis
Prepares reports for leadership discussions on the process and recommends process improvement
May assist operations and training team with curriculum and training demonstrations
Travel for field testing and/or project meetings
May pilot drone following a specific flight plan or obtaining useful footage
At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our Family of Professionals! Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.
Required Experience
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
FAA FAR Part 107 Certified preferred
Experience with Mission Planner and other drone programming/configuration software
Understanding of drone integration process
Previous experience with drone flight testing
Understanding of rapid prototyping in a manufacturing or DoD environment
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidates particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.