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UAS Senior Engineer/ Scientist (Contingent 0052)

SPS External
Full-time
On-site
Huntsville, Alabama, United States
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This position is contingent upon award and a secret security clearance is required. The location is subject to change.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and verify Digital System Models and Logistics Product Data to support Digital Thread and Digital Enterprise integration.

  • Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals, Modification Work Orders, and Requests for Waiver/Deviation for logistics and lifecycle impact.

  • Support planning and acquisition of Integrated Product Support (IPS) technical data; assess data for provisioning and sustainment accuracy.

  • Develop, revise, and convert technical documentation into XML using tools like Arbortext; ensure quality publication formats and graphic consistency.

  • Support validation and verification of technical publications, including responses to DA Form 2028 and publication change management.

  • Ensure accuracy in logistics data elements such as NSN assignment, SMR coding, and provisioning records.

  • Participate in the development, testing, and sustainment of Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations (TADSS).

  • Assist with courseware development for UAS operator and maintainer training, including Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) and immersive environments.

  • Assess Warfighter training support products and recommend improvements to increase effectiveness across the UAS portfolio.

  • Contribute to UAS system design and sustainment using a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA).

  • Provide engineering expertise in cybersecurity, mission systems, and aircraft survivability.

  • Analyze system configurations and lifecycle documentation, including LCSP, CARD, and related sustainment plans.

  • Assist with implementation of engineering change initiatives and coordination of IT/OT systems to ensure operational continuity.

  • Adhere with the company's AS9100 policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related scientific field from an accredited institution.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 8 years of related job experience, gained after receiving the qualifying degree.

  • Must be capable of working independently under guidance from senior technical staff.

  • Engineers must hold a degree from an accredited engineering program; Scientists must hold a science degree from an accredited college or university.

  • Experience with UAS platforms, digital systems integration, and DoD sustainment documentation is highly valued.