Systems Integration and Test Engineer
Job no: 536513
Work type: Research Faculty
Senior management: Vice President for Research
Department: ICTAS
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Other, Research / Scientific
Job Description
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 (C-UAS) research and testing. This role facilitates the preparation and execution of UAS research by serving as a technical expert in their field, facilitating 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 C-UAS research, with preference given to candidates that have uncrewed/autonomous system experience.
The Systems Integration and Test Engineer must be a self-motivated team player that can take on and effectively execute a broad set of tasks. The position may receive tasks from the engineering team and flight operations team leaders and will report to the MAAP Chief Engineer.
Required Qualifications
• Advanced degree or Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, aviation, or closely related technical field. An 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
• Due to restrictions on the funded projects, position is restricted to a US Citizen.
• Must have a 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.
Preferred Qualifications
• Aviation and/or UAS experience
• Experience with C-UAS systems
• Experience working 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
• Experience working with aviation safety
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
70,304 - 105,456; commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40
Review Date
June 22, 2026
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.
Advertised: May 27, 2026
Applications close:
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