Unmanned Aerial Systems Data Integration Engineer

• Serving as Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) under FAA Part 107 for multirotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms up to 55 lbs, leading complex field logistics in rugged terrain
• Directly managing, configuring, and maintaining heavy-lift systems, specifically Harris Aerial Hybrid platforms built on the ArduPilot / Cube autopilot ecosystem
• Integrating, calibrating, and operating complex payload suites including LiDAR, Hyperspectral, Multispectral, and RGB video/imagery
• Building, maintaining, and automating processing pipelines using Python, C/C++, Java, and SQL to convert raw sensor captures into analytical outputs
• Utilizing Matlab/Simulink, STK, and FreeFlyer to model, simulate, and optimize flight dynamics and mission trajectories
• Applying SysML/UML principles using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools such as Magic Draw / Cameo to architect complex UAS and sensor architectures
• Conduct structural, thermal, or fluid dynamics analysis using the ANSYS suite and designing custom integration hardware using CAD software

• High School Diploma/GED with 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in unmanned aviation, systems integration, or aerospace engineering fields
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate with documented experience operating multirotor or fixed-wing UAS up to 55 lbs
• Hands-on experience with ArduPilot firmware, Mission Planner or QGroundControl, and open-source hardware, ex., Cube or Pixhawk architectures
• Experience writing code in software engineering languages such as: Python, C or C++, alongside practical exposure to Java and SQL
• Experience modeling, simulating, or analyzing aerospace systems using Matlab/Simulink, STK, FreeFlyer, SysML/UML tools, or other tools in the ANSYS suite
• Proven engineering experience manipulating and processing data from LiDAR, Hyperspectral, or Multispectral instruments, * Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP certification) or equivalent technical systems certification
• Prior service in the U.S. Armed Forces, specifically within unmanned aviation, geospatial intelligence, or technical engineering branches
• Self-starter with excellent people skills - able to work across teams, manage field logistics, and drive technical engineering solutions

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance

Physical Requirements:

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations
• Ability to lift and transport heavy field equipment up to 50 lbs and willingness to travel up to 25% for remote deployments