Associate Unmanned Aircraft Systems Engineer

Company: SAIC Corporation
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

Description JOB DESCRIPTION:--SAIC is hiring an Associate Unmanned Aircraft Systems Engineer in Huntsville, AL. In this role you will support UAS Special Projects Airworthiness Support and provide support to the SRD UAS Division Special Projects (SP) team.--This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in drones & unmanned aircrafts systems, and you will have the opportunity to work with a team of innovative engineers in the area of unmanned aircraft.ABOUT THE PROGRAM: The SP teams provides airworthiness support for all UAS operated by Army organizations outside of the UAS Program Manager's Office. This includes numerous types of UAS: Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS); unique lab developed; quad, hex and octo-copters; fixed wing; Group 1, 2 and 3 UAS; etc. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:* Writing Airworthiness Releases (AWRs) for these UAS.* Traveling to OEM/Customer locations to attend Technical Interchange Meetings (TIM) for new systems. The TIMs usually consist of a hands-on evaluation of the system along with technical discussion concerning the development, manufacture, and operation of the system. A* Reviewing substantiation documentation including unit Standard Operating Procedures, System Safety Management Plans, and material and operational risk assessments and acceptances.Qualifications REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: * Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, Aeronautical engineering, or Physics and 0 years of experience.* Interest in aeronautics, drones, and unmanned aricraft systems.* Interest--and/or experience in computer systems, systems integration, etc. * Willing to travel up to 25%* Active Secret Security clearance is required.OverviewSAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. For information, visit saic.com or Working at SAIC for benefits details. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.

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