C-UAS Field Service Watchstander

Parsons Corporation•Alexandria, VA

3d•$31 - $54•Hybrid

About The Position

Parsons is looking for C-UAS Field Service Watchstanders to support high-visibility protective operations across Washington DC, Miami, and Kentucky for U.S. Government clients. This role involves monitoring airspace for UAS threats, coordinating with partners, and providing operational and technical support for the C-UAS program. The position requires 24/7 shift work and requires travel (TDY) to support multiple operational sites.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED with 4+ years military, law enforcement, or technical operations experience — OR — relevant degree/associate's degree with applicable experience.
Experience with shift work, watchstanding, or 24/7 operations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
SECRET Security Clearance (minimum); TS/SCI preferred.
U.S. citizenship and valid U.S. passport (or ability to obtain).
Ability to obtain a Class 1 DOS medical clearance.
Willingness to TDY up to 75% of the work year across multiple CONUS sites.

Nice To Haves

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification.
Military experience in Air Traffic Control, Air Defense, Radar, Communications, Intelligence, Aviation, or Security Forces.
Law enforcement or security operations background.
Experience flying Group 1-2 rotary or fixed-wing UAS.
Experience with RF technologies, radar systems, computer networks, or electronic systems.
Combat or high-tempo operational deployment experience.
Leadership or supervisory experience in operational settings.
Academic UAS experience through accredited programs.

Responsibilities

Monitoring multiple C-UAS capabilities ensuring real-time airspace awareness and reporting UAS events in accordance with local SOPs.
Safely operating and articulating C-UAS mitigation capabilities in accordance with local SOP and direction from authorized U.S. Government representatives.
Conducting real-time coordination with military, law enforcement, and interagency partners during operations.
Providing shift coverage for 24/7 operations including nights, weekends, and holidays as mission requires.
Supporting C-UAS demonstrations, testing, evaluations, and training.
Performing technical inspections, system checks, fault diagnosis, and LRU replacement to restore C-UAS systems to full functionality.
Conducting scheduled maintenance, daily and/or weekly log pulls, and remote system health monitoring.
Producing accurate written documentation including maintenance reports, operational logs, incident reports, and technical assessments.
Deploying to multiple CONUS locations on short notice to meet mission requirements.