sUAS Integration Engineer SME

USfalcon

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years in unmanned systems integration
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field
  • Familiarity with OSD Drone Policy and exceptions
  • Strong communication, technical writing, and presentation skills
  • Experience with DoD acquisition lifecycle and rapid prototyping processes
  • Prior experience supporting USSOCOM or other SOF components (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and acquiring small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) and Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs)
  • Support requirements generation as needed
  • Prepare and review Statements of Objectives (SOO) and Statements of Work (SOW)
  • Assist in preparing specifications, identifying costs and resources for projects
  • Manage lifecycle support plans including operations, maintenance, and replacement

Benefits

  • Directly contribute to U.S. Navy logistics efficiency and readiness
  • Be part of a mission-focused culture supporting defense and federal initiatives
  • Access career growth opportunities including training and mentorship
  • Join a trusted industry partner with nearly 30 years of service to DoD clients
Full Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity to join us in supporting one of our valued customers as a sUAS Integration Engineer SME supporting United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and Special Operations Forces (SOF). Various locations: Fort Belvoir, VA, Fort Bragg, NC, Lexington, KY, Fort Eustis, VA, Natick, MA

*This position is contingent upon a contract award*

Essential Duties:
  • Assists the APM for TT/UAS/CIADS in development and acquisition of sUAS (Group III and below) and UGVs as well as development/integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Small Unit Maneuver.
  • Supports requirements generation as needed.
  • Assists in the preparation of new requirement documentation, Statements of Objectives (SOO) and Statements of Work (SOW), Acquisition Program Baselines (APB) and Single Acquisition Management Plans (SAMP), and acquisition and contract strategies.
  • Assists in preparation of and/or reviews specifications, identifies costs, resources (manpower, funding, and training), test and evaluation requirements and plans, and management of life cycle support (operations, maintenance, and replacement).

Required Qualifications:
  • Must be familiar with OSD Drone Policy and exceptions to policy.
  • 12+ years of relevant experience, including unmanned systems integration.
  • Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills.
  • Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle and rapid prototyping processes.
  • Prior experience supporting USSOCOM, SOF AT&L, or other SOF components. (preferred).

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field

Required Clearance: TS/SCI

Travel: TBD

Why Join USfalcon?
  • Make an Impact - Contribute directly to the efficiency and readiness of U.S. Navy logistics operations.
  • Mission-Focused Culture - Join a company deeply embedded in supporting defense, aerospace, and federal initiatives.
  • Career Growth & Development - Access training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities within a growing mid-tier defense contractor.
  • Trusted Industry Partner - Be part of a company with nearly 30 years of continuous service to DoD and federal clients.


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