Aerospace Engineer

Radiance Technologies•Huntsville, AL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Radiance Technologies, a rapidly growing employee-owned company, is seeking a talented Aerospace Engineer to support the Test and Training Group to support the US Army’s next-generation weapon testing programs. Successful candidate will bridge the gap between engineering and flight operations. Candidate will design, build, and pilot Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) used as live targets. These targets will directly test and evaluate Directed Energy (DE) and Kinetic Weapon Systems. This position offers hands-on engineering experience coupled with real-world flight operations in a dynamic defense environment.

Requirements

US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a clearance
2+ years of hands-on technical maintenance or field service experience
Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
Ability to work in office and outside environment
Ability to adapt to dynamic and frequently changing customer requirements
Ability to work independently to achieve project objectives by deadline
Ability to lift 35 pounds
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with industry standard operating systems and CAD applications to include SolidWorks or similar
3D printing experience
Some programming experience with MATLAB, C#, C++, or Python

Nice To Haves

Active DoW Secret security clearance
Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Experience with flight controllers, ground control software, and UAS flight operations
Familiarity with military test ranges or directed energy/kinetic weapon testing environments

Responsibilities

Assemble, modify, and maintain UAS platforms to meet specific target profile requirements
Serve as a remote pilot in command for UAS target flights during live-fire weapon testing
Integrate sensors, tracking aids, and telemetry equipment onto various UAS platforms
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to plan, execute, and analyze live-fire test events
Perform pre-flight inspections, post-flight maintenance, and troubleshooting of UAS hardware and software
Maintain detailed flight logs, maintenance records, and technical build documentation
Fabricate, assemble, install, repair, modify, test, operate, and troubleshoot electrical modules, components, and wire harnesses
Inspect finished products for conformance to specifications
Work from written and verbal instructions
Provide support across multiple projects simultaneously
Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to achieve project objectives
Maintain detailed records of all troubleshooting, assembly, disassembly, and repair procedures
Generate delivery-quality documentation to document best practices and procedures
Execute responsibilities in both laboratory and field environments
Fabricate, assemble, and modify Group 1-3 UAS platforms to serve as dynamic targets for high-energy laser (HEL) and high-power microwave (HPM) open-air/live-fire tests
Check test hardware and software to ensure data are correct
Write detailed test reports and share results with engineers
Travel 25% for extended duration as assigned
Other duties may be assigned