UAS Airspace Integration System Field Service

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot UAS systems and supporting infrastructure at supported mission locations.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and system integration issues to ensure continuous operational availability.
• Support integration of UAS platforms with external airspace services, including flight authorization systems, Remote ID, weather services, and airspace data feeds.
• Assist with real-time airspace coordination, including deconfliction of cooperative UAS operations and dynamic airspace management.
• Coordinate with government personnel, airspace managers, UAS operators, and other stakeholders to support safe and compliant flight operations.
• Support integration and coordination with air domain awareness and C-UAS systems, as required.
• Provide technical reach-back support and interface with engineering teams for issue resolution, system updates, configuration changes, and capability enhancements.
• Develop, maintain, and update system documentation, configuration baselines, technical records, and operational logs.
• Deliver user training and assist in the development and refinement of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support site surveys, system installations, integration activities, testing, exercises, sustainment, and operational system support.
• Collect and analyze system and operational data to assess performance, identify issues, and support informed technical recommendations.
• Apply test instrumentation and telemetry data to support system evaluation, troubleshooting, and operational readiness.
• Support flight test activities and UAS system validation in operational and test environments.
• Coordinate with engineering and technical teams to translate operational observations and test results into actionable technical insights.
• Maintain awareness of applicable FAA, DoD, USAF, and installation requirements affecting UAS operations and low-altitude airspace management.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with UAS and/or Counter-UAS systems.
• 5–7 years of experience in flight test engineering, UAS testing, or aerospace systems validation.
• Experience with telemetry systems and flight test instrumentation.
• Strong experience with data analysis, data collection, and visualization tools.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Experience with technical documentation and test reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues in dynamic operational environments.
• Ability to work independently in remote and field environments while coordinating effectively with government, engineering, and operational stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience with UAS platforms, UAS Traffic Management (UTM), or digital airspace management systems.
• Familiarity with integration of UAS with air domain awareness and C-UAS systems.
• Knowledge of RF systems, sensors, or aviation-related technologies.
• Experience supporting DoD, USAF, or multinational-level operations.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification.
• Experience with system documentation, configuration management, and systems control processes.
• Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or Digital Engineering environments.
• Experience with low-altitude airspace management concepts and UAS architecture.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of low-altitude airspace management concepts and UAS architecture.
• Ability to analyze system performance and diagnose technical issues in real time.
• Strong problem-solving skills in dynamic, mission-critical environments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for coordination across diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technologies, operational requirements, and mission needs.
• Attention to detail in system configuration, documentation, testing, and operational execution.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively with government personnel, UAS operators, airspace managers, engineering teams, and external partners.

Work Environment

Location

• Remote
• Approximately 50–75% travel to supported DoD and USAF installations and other mission locations.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Federal holidays
• Opportunity to support meaningful missions impacting national security

Benefits

• Comprehensive Coverage : Health, Dental, and Vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare with a 50% employer contribution.
• Insurance Protection : Competitive short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, and Workers’ Compensation coverage.
• Retirement Plans : Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with a 4% employer match through Principal with immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off : Generous PTO, including 160 hours of PTO and 11 days of paid holiday leave.