Field Technical Specialist (sUAS / Military Flight Operations)

Rampart Communications Inc•Linthicum, MD

9d•$100 - $135

About The Position

Rampart is seeking a Field Technical Specialist to bridge engineering and customer-facing operations using military UAS experience to support live flight demonstrations, field testing, and technical evaluations. The role supports reliable deployment of aerial systems and communications technology in demanding operational environments and demonstrates their capabilities to military and government customers. The specialist leads or serves as Remote Pilot in Command for manual, semi-autonomous, and autonomous flight demonstrations, sensor tests, and payload evaluations. The position includes flight planning and safety compliance, preparation and operation of aerial systems and ground equipment at military trials and customer evaluations, and troubleshooting hardware, software, RF, networking, flight-control, and telemetry issues. The specialist works with engineering to gather operational data and customer feedback, supports technical briefings and demonstrations with Business Development, and trains military and government operators. Frequent travel of 50–70% to military installations, remote testing ranges, and customer locations is required. The role reports to the Head of Engineering. Location is flexible.

Requirements

Demonstrated hands-on experience operating military or commercial small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS).
At least 5 years of relevant military UAS operations, aviation, field technical support, or related experience; equivalent military training and operational experience will be considered.
Active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, or ability to obtain certification immediately upon hire.
Strong troubleshooting skills involving hardware, firmware, RF communications, networking, or telemetry systems.
Experience with Ground Control Station software and flight planning tools.
Ability to explain technical capabilities, provide operational briefings, and train military or government personnel.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently (50–70%) to military installations, remote testing ranges, and customer locations.
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Engineering, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Information Technology, or a related technical field; equivalent military training, certifications, and relevant hands-on experience may substitute.
Prior military service as a qualified UAS Operator or Pilot (e.g., U.S. Army 15W, USMC 7314, USAF 1U0X1, U.S. Navy, or SOF equivalent).
Experience with QGroundControl, Mission Planner, TAK/ATAK integrations, or comparable flight management platforms.
Familiarity with military flight operations, tactical communications, and government testing environments.
Experience supporting military exercises, field demonstrations, sensor testing, or payload integration.
Background in electrical engineering, RF systems, computer engineering, or related technical disciplines.
Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Serve as Remote Pilot in Command or Flight Operations Lead for manual, semi-autonomous, and autonomous flight demonstrations, sensor testing, and payload evaluations.
Conduct pre-flight inspections, site risk assessments, airspace authorization coordination (LAANC/COAs), and safety briefings; maintain flight logs, maintenance records, and incident reports.
Prepare, transport, configure, and operate ground control stations, communications equipment, and aerial systems during military trials, government exercises, and customer evaluations.
Diagnose and resolve hardware, flight controller, RF communications, software, networking, and telemetry issues in field environments.
Collect flight telemetry, operational performance data, and customer feedback to support engineering evaluations and product improvements.
Partner with Business Development to deliver live demonstrations, technical briefings, and system overviews, and answer customer questions about flight performance, payload integration, command-and-control links, and operational capabilities.
Train military and government operators on system operation, flight safety, maintenance, and troubleshooting; develop flight checklists, technical guides, and Quick Reference Cards.
Ensure field operations, equipment handling, and flight activities comply with applicable FAA regulations, military range requirements, and company safety procedures.