UAS/CUAS Integration Engineer SME

USfalcon • Newport News, VA

68d

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity to join us in supporting one of our valued customers as an UAS/CUAS Integration Engineer SME supporting United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and Special Operations Forces (SOF). Various Locations: Fort Belvoir, VA; Fort Bragg, NC; Lexington, KY; Fort Eustis, VA; Natick, MA. *This position is contingent upon a contract award*

Requirements

• A high level of technical and engineering experience and knowledge of all aspects of unmanned systems operations (with emphasis on non-standard and SOF assets).
• 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle and rapid prototyping processes.
• Prior experience supporting USSOCOM, SOF AT&L, or other SOF components.

Nice To Haves

• Background in project management.
• Engineering science.
• CAD Programming.
• RF Theory.
• Basic circuit design.
• Additive manufacturing.
• CNC Machining.
• Knowledge of UAS/CUAS techniques, tactics, & procedures in the SOF Community.

Responsibilities

• Assist the SGM and Deputy for TT as the UAS/CUAS SME working in collaboration with government partners, academic laboratories, and private industry.
• Develop new tools and technology in support of the SOF UAS/CUAS.
• Assist in the preparation and development of new requirements documentation including Initial Capabilities Documents (ICD), Capabilities Development Documents (CDD), SPECAT messages, Basis of Issue Plans (BOIP), and Test Plans.
• Update Project Folders.
• Analyze operational requirements for UAS payloads.
• Derive relevant technical requirements.
• Design, prototype, build, and deploy UAS/CUAS solutions on aggressive timelines in support of SOF.

Benefits

• Access training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities within a growing mid-tier defense contractor.
• Contribute directly to the efficiency and readiness of U.S. Navy logistics operations.
• Join a company deeply embedded in supporting defense, aerospace, and federal initiatives.
• Be part of a company with nearly 30 years of continuous service to DoD and federal clients.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree