AEVEX · 3 hours ago
Unmanned Systems Acceptance Lead
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAEVEX is a company that supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs by providing aviation and analysis solutions. They are seeking an Unmanned Systems Acceptance Lead who will be responsible for leading a final acceptance team for unmanned systems, ensuring each system is compliant and mission-ready prior to delivery.
AerospaceAir TransportationInformation ServicesSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Final Acceptance Authority – Serve as the final authority for system acceptance and readiness in the manufacturing environment, including all product quality compliance
Checkout Process Ownership – Own, maintain, and continuously improve the quality process for executing the functional and operational testing within the manufacturing environment
Technical Leadership – Train personnel for checkout and in-process inspection operations ensuring proper qualification to the system requirements
System Compliance – Verify hardware complies with the released configuration baseline and software is provisioned in accordance with the released version authority
Sub-System Functionality – Review process controls for avionics, flight control, GNSS / navigation, power distribution and propulsion, communication and datalink sub-systems
As-Built Configuration Control – Capture all discrepancies, concessions, and deviation requests in a quality record package prior to final release of product
Test and Development Liaison – Collaborate with engineering and flight test teams to facilitate the transition from design and development into production
Cross Functional Support – Work with quality engineering to identify trends in first pass yield, rework, and late-stage defect identification to help drive improvements upstream
Test Equipment Maintenance – Control all testing and provisioning equipment used within checkout operations, including configuration compliance, calibration and maintenance
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of UAV systems, including flight controls, navigation systems, sensors, and payloads
Strong familiarity with software/firmware provisioning tools and controls (Linux is a plus)
Strong aircraft maintenance operations, including weight and balance, engine runs, flight control checks
Strong Engineering drawing and technical data package understanding (ASME Y14.XXX)
HS/GED minimum required
8-10+ years of relative experience and knowledge of UAS flight systems and operations
Experience with software tools for flight planning, data analysis, and mission management
Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in aviation maintenance or related technical field highly preferred
IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and J-STD-001 certification preferred
Developmental program experience preferred
Prior experience in a quality role within ISO9001/AS9100 environment is a plus
Benefits
401(k)-retirement plan
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company
Professional development funds
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees
Company
AEVEX
AEVEX designs and delivers autonomous precision strike systems to dominate the modern battlespace.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-03-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Brian Raduenz
Founder and Executive Chairman
Recent News
2025-10-29
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