Systems Integration and Test Engineer
Systems Integration and Test Engineer
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MidAtlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP) is seeking qualified applicants with experience in engineering disciplines relevant to uncrewed/autonomous systems to serve as a Systems Integration and Test Engineer in support of uncrewed aerial system (UAS) and Counter UAS (CUAS) research and testing. This role facilitates the preparation and of CUAS research by serving as a technical expert in their field facilitating the integration of complex systems developing test procedures and instrumentation conducting tests and reporting test results. Successful applicants will be able to support a diverse array of tasks related to UAS and CUAS research with preference given to candidates who have uncrewed/autonomous systems and CUAS engineering experience.
The Systems Integration and Test Engineer must be a selfmotivated team player who can take on and effectively execute a broad set of tasks. The position may receive tasking from the flight operations and engineering team leads and will report to the MAAP Chief Engineer. The incumbent is expected to exercise sound decisionmaking and problemsolving skills while interacting with internal and external Test Site users and partners. The incumbent should be able to independently and effectively manage UAS field operations in diverse field environments. This position will be expected to lift carry move load/unload equipment and field supplies of up to 25 pounds; possess a safe driving record to drive a government vehicle ability to work outside in environmental conditions for up to 10 hours as well as the ability to walk minimum 2 miles and traverse uneven terrain. This position also involves fine manipulation of UAS equipment and parts. Given the nature of the research conducted and requirement from the federal sponsor candidate must be a U.S. citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Additional duties that may be assigned to the incumbent (depending upon qualifications) include:
Integration of new technologies and capabilities including the design of systems of systems to support UAS operations and CUAS testing and evaluation
Software programming and design in support of expanding UAS capabilities
Information technology and networking tasks
Design of instrumentation and data collection during testing
Preparation of test plans to meet customer requirements and address safety regulatory and technological considerations
Analysis of test data and production of test reports
Operation of aircraft and supporting CUAS test equipment during test
Participation in training demonstrations and educational activities
Management of aircraft configuration and airworthiness prior to and during flight testing
Regular coordination with internal program managers operations team and external stakeholders
Required Qualifications
Masters degree in engineering engineering technology aviation or closely related technical field. An exception may be made for individuals with bachelors degree in related field and with significant relevant experience.
Experience with engineering research and/or flight testing
Experience with computer hardware software and/or networking
Applicant must be able to lift items 25 lbs) and operate independently
Applicant must possess a valid drivers license.
Good communication skills
U.S. citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Prior aviation and/or UAS experience
Experience with CUAS systems
Department of Defense experience
FAA Part 107
Software and programming experience (Python Mavlink multithreaded programming ROS etc.
Application design and interfacing experience (REST APIs pub/sub protocols etc.
Experience with autonomous systems
UAS design and construction experience
Proficient RC flying skills
Experience working with aviation safety
Active security clearance at the TS/SCI level
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience starting at $75000
Review Date
9/19/2024
Additional Information
The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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Employment Type
Full Time
