Target Operations TUAS Specialist I **INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**

About the role

Represents Target Operations in a wide variety of areas within the test range environment. Manages and performs test preparation, set-up, execution, logistics, data collection, and reporting for various Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Sensors, tethered aerostat surveillance, aircraft weapons, electronic warfare, and a wide variety of sensor platform training and testing programs.

Responsibilities

• Operates various types of Remote Control (RC) Aircraft, both fixed and rotary winged.
• Participates in the planning, coordination, execution and conduct of field-testing in various roles from data acquisition up to direction of testing in progress.
• Maintains a Limited Test Officer Certification within the Aviation Systems and Electronic Test Division (ASET).
• Selects, sets up, and operates standard test equipment and records test data.
• Supports compiling and verifying test data. Assists with processing data, identifying errors or inconsistencies, and selecting methods of data presentation.
• Supports planning, coordinating, monitoring, executing, and reporting on assigned test programs.
• May serve as primary point of contact for one or more test program’s target requirements.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to co-workers.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a certified TUAS test officer within the Aviation Systems and Electronic Test Division (ASET).
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a UAS Operator.
• Must possess an FAA Part 107 Remote Airman Certificate.
• Must have 5 years of experience providing test support services within military test ranges.
• Must be a Certified UAS Trainer within the Aviation Systems and Electronic Test (ASET) Division.
• Must have at least 3 years of successfully holding positions with progressive leadership.

Qualifications

• Pay Rate: $49.59
• Education/Licenses/Certifications/Experience Requirements: Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be a certified TUAS test officer within the Aviation Systems and Electronic Test Division (ASET). Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a UAS Operator. Must possess an FAA Part 107 Remote Airman Certificate. Must have 5 years of experience providing test support services within military test ranges. Must be a Certified UAS Trainer within the Aviation Systems and Electronic Test (ASET) Division. Must have at least 3 years of successfully holding positions with progressive leadership.

Job Skills Requirements

• Must have knowledge of and experience operating within FAA Airspace requirements.
• Must have working knowledge of maintaining and repairing UAS systems and R/C, telemetry, video transmitters and receivers, and associated software.
• Must have the ability to communicate with customers, coworkers, support personnel, military, government, management, and senior officials in a professional, positive, and customer-focused manner.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office – including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Physical Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.
• Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking around 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must meet the physical requirements necessary to perform operations outlined, performed, and stated in the SOPs for Aviation and TRAX.
• Must be able to work long and varied hours.
• Must be capable of frequent bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, standing, climbing, and stooping, sometimes for long periods.
• Must be able to ascend and descend equipment, including large vehicles as high as 8-10 feet.
• Must be able to visually distinguish colors.
• Must be capable of lifting 75 lbs. unassisted.

Job Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Must have a well-mannered customer service attitude.
• Must be willing to cross-train in other areas.
• Must use “down-time” effectively to the benefit of test, self, and company.
• Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable.
• Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy.
• Must be able to deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs.
• Must be safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies.
• Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Must be able to travel for off-site duties up to 10% of time.
• Must be able to maintain a strong customer service attitude at all times.
• Must be able to understand, follow, and enforce policies, instructions, regulations, etc.
• Must be able to work in a team setting, fostering teamwork, and maintaining a professional relationship with all team members and coworkers, in and outside of your immediate work area.
• Must be able to provide guidance and direction to subordinate employees when necessary.
• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed, sometimes on short notice, to support test missions.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s license without special restrictions.
• Must have dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of military systems, accounting procedures, and military logistics.
• Level II Ammo Certification.
• Current A, A, & E Certification.
• Possess Class A Arizona Commercial Driver’s License.
• Able to multi-task, be highly organized, and possess a willingness to adapt to changing situations in a fast paced work environment.
• Be mechanically-inclined.

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and not hold multiple citizenships.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
• Must be a current TRAX employee or affiliate subcontractor for internal postings.
• Relevance of experience to be determined by hiring manager.

Other Job Information

• TRAX International, Test Services Division, participates in E-Verify.
• TRAX is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability.
• TRAX Test Services promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing, as per applicable State Laws.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
• TRAX Test Services also encompasses affiliate subcontracts. All positions with TRAX can always be transferred to one of the subcontracts.