SMX · 2 days ago
Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Specialist (4626) (TS/SCI) (Tampa, FL)
Tampa, FL
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $146K/yrSMX is looking for a highly skilled and mission-driven UAS Specialist to support advanced unmanned systems operations across training and test environments. This role involves hands-on responsibility for the acquisition, modification, programming, and maintenance of multi-rotor and fixed-wing COTS UAS platforms, including leading flight operations and collaborating with intelligence agencies.
AnalyticsCloud ComputingCloud Data ServicesCloud SecurityCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyIT ManagementSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Acquire, modify, fabricate, and maintain multi-rotor and fixed-wing COTS UAS platforms (Group 3 and turbine systems)
Launch, recover, and perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks on unmanned aircraft
Travel on short notice to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including potential conflict zones
Conduct vulnerability site assessments to support threat analysis and inform analyst teams
Assist in evaluating developmental aircraft to guide R&D efforts for next-gen UAS technologies
Collaborate with national and international intelligence agencies to establish data-sharing protocols and trend analysis
Plan, coordinate, and serve as safety officer during flight operations for training and testing events
Deliver technical red-team analysis to assess adversarial capabilities and vulnerabilities
Independently execute all functional responsibilities in dynamic and austere environments
Operate effectively within small, close-knit teams under high-pressure conditions
Instruct military personnel across ranks in UAS operations and technology applications
Support pre-deployment training, FTXs, VALEXs, and other technical exchange events
Research and assess emerging RPV technologies and their implications for DoD capabilities
Translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for military stakeholders
Design and fabricate RPVs using limited instructions or custom-built kits
Define and execute operational scenarios for testing and training involving UAS platforms
Interpret customer requirements to guide proper use and development of UAS technologies
Utilize MS Office and intelligence automation tools to support analysis and product development
Maintain readiness to obtain FAA Part 107 and Amateur Radio Technician licenses
Deploy to CENTCOM theater following successful CRC completion
Qualification
Required
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Experience instructing military personnel across ranks
Proven expertise with COTS UAS platforms and RPVs (land, air, sea)
Ability to fabricate and operate aircraft from kits or limited instructions
FAA Part 107 UAS Pilot License (or ability to obtain)
CRC completion and CENTCOM deployment readiness
Amateur Radio Technician License (or ability to obtain)
Strong grasp of MDMP and DoD operational impacts
Skilled in scenario planning, technical exchange, and intelligence automation
Exceptional communication and independent problem-solving abilities
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid leave
Retirement
Company
SMX
SMX is a provider of information technology (IT), services, and advanced engineering with a focus on Cloud Solutions.
Founded in 1995
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Peter LaMontagne
Chief Executive Officer
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