sUAS Technician

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• 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

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2-5 years of related experience
• Mission Planner, Q Ground Control, PX4 and Ardupilot experience
• Ability to obtain interim Secret clearance within 6 months of hire; US Citizenship required
• Willing and able to travel with UAS Operations and Training teams up to 10% (as needed)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience operating within a DoD environment
• Familiarity with mechanical systems and parts compliance requirements
• Experience with sUAS design, prototyping, and assembly is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematic blueprints

Benefits

• 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