Uncrewed Systems (sUAS Pilot/Trainer) Specialist
Job Category: Intelligence
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required:
Type of Travel:
What You'll Get to Do:
CACI-SOAS is looking for an experienced Uncrewed Systems (sUAS Pilot/Trainer) Specialist to join the DTRA DA team to support DTRA's Contingency Operations (CO) Department by providing direct tactical and operational support to their mission to Counter-Weapons of Mass Destruction (C-WMD) by operating mission focused and sensor arrayed Uncrewed Systems. As required, you must be prepared to support the DTRA client to provide tactical and operational uncrewed systems' support to their global C-WMD mission with dedicated support to each of the Combatant Commands (CCMDs) and Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs) that includes CONUS and OCONUS travel.
As an Uncrewed Systems (sUAS Pilot/Trainer) Specialist, you will work along US Department of Defense (DoD) forces and other government agencies to provide mission focused support to detect and identify chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. This includes being able to work as an individual or a member of a small team across all aspects of air, ground and maritime environments while effectively operating uncrewed systems enabled with WMD sensors. It is critical to develop and foster a culture of innovation and creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technically and procedurally. It is crucial that you must be able to be adaptable and work constructively with a tactically and technically diverse team.
More About the Role:
You will work as part of a multifunctional team of subject matter experts to assist DoD customers with detecting WMDs through the deployment of uncrewed systems and WMD detection sensors. You must be prepared to conduct routine training, testing and evaluation of uncrewed systems and sensors across diverse operational environments. This includes supporting both CONUS and OCONUS TDYs and deployments that potentially include austere combat environments and assist to generate recommended solutions based upon experience working with diverse elements of the DoD. You will work closely with members of CO team to identify capabilities and vulnerabilities of organic uncrewed systems through employment of military tests and evaluations across various operational environments.
Responsibilities:
Frequent travel to both CONUS and OCONUS sites.
Operate uncrewed systems for test and evaluation across various operational environments.
Troubleshoot and fine-tune uncrewed systems in the field.
Plan and analyze test results.
Operate, maintain, and train use of uncrewed systems (i.e., assembly, power on, storing, packaging).
Research and integration of new components supporting uncrewed systems.
Create and maintain uncrewed system architecture.
Organize information to summarize test plans and provide test results.
Perform administrative duties such as standardization and training, logs, and records, preparing and reviewing periodic reports.
Ability and willingness to assist with tasks outside of job description.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
Active Top Secret/Specialized Compartmented Information (SCI) Security Clearance.
5+ years of experience designing, developing, testing, and/or operating uncrewed systems (Air, Ground, Maritime) ISO DoD/Armed Forces or other government agencies.
Ability to work independently and as part of small teams.
Ability to travel frequently to support field testing and training, including OCONUS travel.
Consult with the client to define need or problem and conducts studies and surveys to collect and analyze data to provide advice and recommend solutions.
Track record of complex problem-solving aptitude.
Ability to think analytically and independently.
Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in written form.
Willingness to learn new skills.
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
Experience with Uncrewed System and Sensor integration & testing.
Experience with Special Forces/Special Operations Forces/EOD.
Experience providing mission support for ground forces (e.g. JTAC).
Expertise with counter-CBRN/C-WMD techniques, tactics and practices (TTPs) and equipment.
Joint military experience.
Senior/staff NCO or CWO.
Experience instructing/interacting with military audiences.
Experience with military test and evaluation.
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification or equivalent.
Experience with FLIR SkyRaider R80-series sUAS strongly desired.
What We Can Offer You:
CACI-Special Operations and Asymmetric Solutions Operating Group (SOAS) within CACI's Operations Support and Services Sector is the premier provider of Special Operations capabilities; Tactical Advisory and Embedded Support; intelligence Applications to Law Enforcement; security cooperation and OCONUS Training Support Delivery for the company, CACI-SOAS has a reputation for uncompromising standards of quality in its people and its performance. Joining the CACI-SOAS team is a mark of excellence for those employees who complete our rigorous Mission-Focused Staffing process.
CACI-SOAS 's mission places its personnel against the government's most critical emerging challenges. Work with us, and you'll be working with a team making a difference across the globe.
CACI-SOAS offers competitive benefits as well as numerous learning and development opportunities.
As the Prime Contractor for this effort, CACI-Wexford offers unmatched stability and growth potential within the program.
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)
Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$94,400 - $198,300
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
