Systems Integration and Test Engineer
About the role
The Virginia Tech Mid Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP) seeks a Systems Integration and Test Engineer to support UAS and C-UAS research and testing. This role involves preparing and executing UAS research, serving as a technical expert, integrating complex systems, developing test procedures and instrumentation, conducting tests, and reporting test results. The ideal candidate should have experience in engineering disciplines relevant to uncrewed/autonomous systems.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute UAS research
- Serve as a technical expert in engineering research and flight testing, preferably related to C-UAS systems
- Facilitate integration of complex systems
- Develop test procedures and instrumentation
- Conduct tests and report test results
- Support a diverse array of tasks related to UAS and C-UAS research
Requirements
- Advanced degree or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, aviation, or closely related technical field
- Exception may be made for individuals with significant relevant experience
- Experience with engineering research and/or flight testing, preferably related to C-UAS systems
- Experience with computer hardware, software, and/or networking
- Good communication skills
- US Citizenship due to project restrictions
- Good driving record, ability to lift/move/carry equipment over 25 pounds, working in outside elements, traversing across uneven terrain with considerable time walking, standing, stooping, and bending
Qualifications
- Uncrewed/autonomous system experience
- Aviation and/or UAS experience
- C-UAS systems experience
- Experience with Ardupilot, Arducopter, and/or PX4 software
- UAS design and construction experience
- Software and programming experience (Python, Mavlink, multi-threaded programming, ROS, etc.)
- Proficient remote pilot and/or manual fixed wing RC flying skills
Skills
- Self-motivated team player
- Ability to take on and effectively execute a broad set of tasks
- Reporting to the MAAP Chief Engineer
Benefits
All staff enjoy the university's benefits package and the many advantages of living in Blacksburg, Virginia, recognized by Livability Journal as one of 2018's Top 100 Best Places to Live.
Pay
$70,304 - $105,456; commensurate with experience
Schedule
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Review Date
June 22, 2026, open until filled
Additional Information
- Due to restrictions on the funded projects, position is restricted to a US Citizen
- The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check