Highlights:

• In this project, you will help support the development of standoff sensor systems to find threat objects before they can cause harm. The system will help solve an urgent need to protect US military and civilian personnel abroad and at home.
• You will be part of a dynamic team of engineers, scientists and programmers. You will work with one of the nation’s premier laboratories alongside top-notch talent from the civilian, industry, and military sectors, and you will have access to advanced technology.
• In this project, you will help develop and test systems that provide advanced RF sensing for standoff detection of threats. Your work will advance the state of the art and address real-world problems.
• By applying your hands-on knowledge of UAV operations, test management, logistics, and program management, you will play a direct role in transitioning this technology from the laboratory to the battlefield.
• In this role, you will build your strengths in designing and executing complex field tests with multiple technologies and organizations. Each day will present a new opportunity to learn and grow.  Professional development is encouraged and expected at I-3.

Typical Day:

A typical day will be spent in the office and/or remote work location, involving a wide variety of activities such as test planning, test coordination, customer meetings and design review meetings.  You will also participate in field tests and site visits at locations around the world. 

Tasks:

• Develop test plans for multi-agency field test activities at multiple ranges that might include OCONUS locations.
• Coordinate all activities needed to move targets, test equipment, and personnel to and from test sites.
• Travel to attend site visits and field tests. 
• Contribute to technical briefings and reports. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 25+ years of experience
• Recent experience supporting aviation operations with a focus on remote data collection of engineering and scientific data.
• Recent experience with onboard SUAS AI and edge computing in tactical environments, AR/VR interfaces for real-time SUAS data collection, and swarming SUAS for both military and civil applications.
• Recent experience working with Federal agencies such as FAA and ASA (ALT) for obtaining Airworthiness Releases (AWR), Certificate of Authorization (COA), and Exception to policy (ETP) waivers.
• Experience coordinating logistics for complex, multi-organization activities that involve moving equipment and people to and from military installations.

Desired Qualification:

• Active duty military service including OCONUS deployment is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Position requires walking to inspect test sites with uneven terrain.

Position Type Shift Information:

• Part Time
• As required to support customer activities

US Citizenship:  US citizenship required

US Clearance:   US Secret clearance required

Location:         Remote with occasional visits to Adelphi, MD

 

Ideal Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Ideal Innovations, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.