Unmanned Systems Engineer (USE) – Multidisciplinary

CACIAberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking an Unmanned Systems Engineer (USE) – Multidisciplinary to join their team. This role involves leading and contributing to teams that tackle complex, multi-disciplinary problems spanning cybersecurity, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science. The engineer will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, lead projects, and explore new topics while leveraging existing skills. The position is hands-on, suited for someone who enjoys building and integrating new technologies and is comfortable tackling unique challenges. The engineer will innovate systems related to Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and use that knowledge to enhance electronic exploitation abilities for other teams.

Requirements

  • Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI.
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • 5 years of directly related experience.
  • Familiarity with remotely operated or autonomous systems.
  • Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C.
  • Experience performing a variety of tasks using command line interfaces such as the Linux terminal.
  • Applicant must be keen to learn new skills and tackle new challenges with out of the box thinking.

Nice To Haves

  • Familiarity with networking topics such as IP addressing and subnetting as well as common protocols (HTTP, TCP, UDP, FTP, etc.) and technologies (ethernet, Wi-Fi, etc.).
  • Experience with benchtop equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal/power analyzers, and multimeters.
  • Experience with SDRs (HackRF, Ettus, etc.) and GNURadio.
  • Experience soldering electronics and circuits.
  • Experience with 3DCAD software such as SolidWorks or Fusion360.
  • Familiarity with electrical circuits and circuit design.
  • Experience with unmanned systems such as UAS, UGV, and USV.
  • Knowledge of cryptography and cryptographic systems.
  • Experience leveraging interfaces and protocols such as I2C, JTAG, UART, SPI, USB, and Ethernet.
  • Experience with ECAD software such as Altium Designer or KICAD.
  • Experience with embedded systems, professionally or hobbyist level.
  • Ability to troubleshoot circuits and perform repairs/modifications as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Innovate systems related to UAS.
  • Work with other teams and groups to enhance their electronic exploitation ability.
  • Mentor junior engineers.
  • Lead projects.
  • Explore new topics.
  • Build and integrate new technologies.
  • Tackle unique challenges.

Benefits

  • Flexible time off
  • Robust learning resources
  • Competitive compensation
  • Competitive benefits
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits options designed to support and protect employees and their families
  • Healthcare
  • Wellness
  • Financial
  • Retirement
  • Family support
  • Continuing education
  • Time off benefits
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