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Unmanned Aerial Systems Expert

up to $170k/year Remote Full-time Clearance: Currently holds Top Secret (TS)
Test ArchitectTechnical Program ManagerProgram ManagerR&D EngineerAerospace EngineerField EngineerSafety EngineerSystems Engineer

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MANTECH seeks a career and customer-oriented Unmanned Aerial Systems Expert to join our team in Washington, D.C. This is a hybrid position with 1 day onsite and 4 days remote per week.

The role requires an individual with a unique combination of deep technical knowledge, managerial acumen, and extensive experience within the DHS or Department of War (DoW) acquisition ecosystems.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Serve as a senior Subject Matter Expert and technical authority for the UAS, sUAS, and operational knowledge for uninhabited aerial systems
  • Provide high-level consultation on sUAS requirements, capabilities, and policies
  • Direct the work of junior and intermediate engineers, ensuring that all test activities align with mission-critical objectives and provide the statistical evidence required for acquisition decisions
  • Ensure that all deliverables meet DHS S&T quality standards
  • Serve as a key bridge between mission requirements and technical implementation, ensuring that Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation efforts are consistently documented to support procurement decisions

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, or a related field

  • 12+ years of experience in UAS and sUAS 

  • Deep knowledge of aviation policy, engineering, field operations, and developmental testing as related to UAS & sUAS
  • Understanding of 14 CFR Part 107
  • Strong understanding of uncrewed aircraft systems capabilities, hardware, and software
  • Experience with DHS acquisition policy and DHS systems engineering lifecycle

  • Proven experience in developing complex technical reports and briefings for senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Sciences, or a related field
  • War Acquisition University (WAU) or DHS System Engineering or Test and Evaluation Certifications

Clearance Requirements:

  • Must possess active Top Secret clearance

Physical Requirements:

  • The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  • Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations

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