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# Unmanned Systems Technician

- **Company:** SkyBridge Tactical
- **Location:** Virginia Beach, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), 3D Printing, Computer-Aided Design, C++ (Programming Language), Compilers, Software Documentation, System Configuration, Software Debugging, Digital Electronics, Firmware, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Rapid Prototyping Process, Test Data, SC Clearance
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9114304/unmanned-systems-technician

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering/science discipline, or equivalent technician experience.
At least three years of relevant experience with a degree or seven years without a degree.
Recent hands-on Group 1 or Group 2 unmanned-system experience; relevant Group 3 experience may be considered.
Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.

## Description

The Unmanned Systems Technician assembles, integrates, operates, maintains, tests, and repairs unmanned systems and their electrical, mechanical, propulsion, communications, and embedded-control components. The technician converts engineering concepts into functional prototypes and field-ready systems., Assemble, integrate, configure, test, operate, maintain, and repair Group 1 and Group 2 unmanned systems.
Integrate embedded systems, sensors, payloads, communications equipment, and mission technologies onto unmanned platforms.
Build and configure unmanned aircraft using BetaFlight, ArduPilot, PX4, and related flight-control technologies.
Select motors, electronic speed controllers, flight controllers, sensors, wiring, connectors, power supplies, and other electronic components.
Build, test, and troubleshoot analog and digital circuits and AC/DC electronic systems.
Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other diagnostic equipment to identify electrical and communications faults.
Install, solder, and de-solder electronic components, including surface-mounted devices and sensors.
Fabricate wiring harnesses, equipment mounts, housings, brackets, and prototype components.
Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment to perform system assembly, modification, and repair.
Use CAD software and additive-manufacturing equipment to create rapid prototypes and replacement components.
Operate FDM, SLS, and SLA 3D-printing systems and select appropriate printing materials.
Load, configure, compile, and troubleshoot firmware using integrated development environments, compilers, and hardware debuggers.
Apply working knowledge of C, C++, and Python when configuring systems or diagnosing lower-level technical problems.
Diagnose faults using technical manuals, system documentation, test data, and observed system behavior.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, servicing, component replacement, and functional checks.
Maintain system configuration records, maintenance histories, test results, discrepancy reports, and repair documentation.
Support ground and flight testing, demonstrations, operational exercises, fielding events, and mission rehearsals.
Work with engineers and end users to refine designs and resolve performance, reliability, and integration problems.
Maintain or obtain FAA Part 107 certification within six months of employment.
Minimum profile


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