CUAS Technical Manager

LMI • Summit Point, WV

9d • Onsite

About The Position

LMI is seeking a Technical Manager with strong small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) expertise to support Government leadership personnel and oversee planning and execution of test and evaluation projects for a DHS client in a dynamic work environment. This is an on-site position in the Summit Point, West Virginia area. The role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Top Secret or higher security clearance. Applicants must also be able to obtain a CBP Background Investigation; an active CBP BI is preferred. The position may require travel up to 25% of the time, as needed.

The target salary range is $160,000–$185,000. Individual compensation depends on factors including location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and the candidate’s qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

LMI is a digital solutions provider focused on accelerating government impact through innovation and speed. It invests in technology and prototypes ahead of need and provides commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies. LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors and is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Interdisciplinary systems engineering lifecycle skillsets and knowledge of C-UAS technologies.
• Knowledge of law enforcement concepts of operations (CONOPS), particularly regarding C-UAS.
• Strong technology background and understanding of a wide array of technologies and how they communicate.
• Strong understanding of geospatial analysis and applications.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• High initiative and ability to work as a self-starter and solution seeker.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and maintain a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work and brief effectively with senior Government staff.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret or higher security clearance; applicants must be U.S. citizens and eligible for a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Ability to obtain a CBP Background Investigation (BI).
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Active CBP Background Investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide intra-departmental liaison support to the Defense Capability Group (DCG) Lead, coordinating information about C-UAS activities across DHS components and interagency networking with other DCG agencies.
• Observe and report on sUAS technology demonstrations and test and evaluation (T&E) programs and projects for senior law enforcement executives.
• Track ongoing RDT&E, technology demonstrations, and T&E activities to assess the deployment viability and operational capabilities of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), government off-the-shelf (GOTS), and integrated sUAS systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager