sUAS Specialist

General Summary

COLSA Corporation is hiring for a UAS Specialist to join our Uncrewed Systems Department where you will participate in the integration, maintenance, training, and test of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

• Participates in rapid prototyping for the design process for drones
• Makes recommendations for modification during the design process based on feedback from previous testing results to meet desired specifications.
• Performs assembly of mechanical and electrical drones, integration and test, and buildup of assemblies & subassemblies
• Uses a variety of machine shop tools and other items including CNC mills, 3D printers, etc.
• Documents processes and build techniques
• Provides technical support to stakeholders and troubleshoots issues
• Participates in testing, data collection and analysis
• Prepares reports for leadership discussions on the process and recommends process improvement
• May assist operations and training team with curriculum and training demonstrations
• Travel for field testing and/or project meetings
• May pilot drone following a specific flight plan or obtaining useful footage

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits/

Required Experience

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical and mechanical components
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematic blueprints
• Ability to obtain interim Secret clearance within 6 months of hire; US Citizenship required
• Willing and able to travel with UAS Operations and Training teams up to 10% (as needed)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience operating within a DoD environment
• Familiarity with mechanical systems and parts compliance requirements
• Experience with sUAS design, prototyping, and assembly is a plus
• Mission Planner, Q Ground Control, PX4 and Arduopilot experience

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.