UAS Systems Engineer

UAS Systems Engineer

Work Type : Full Time

Location : Huntsville, AL

Clearance : Ability to obtain DOD security clearance

Role Overview :

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, integration, testing, and sustainment of UAS platforms and subsystems. This role involves working in a multidisciplinary environment to support both development and operational deployment of cutting-edge unmanned systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead system-level design and integration for UAS platforms, including air vehicle, ground control, and communication subsystems.
• Develop and manage system requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), and system architecture models.
• Conduct trade studies, performance analysis, and system validation activities to ensure mission requirements are met.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, software, avionics, and payload engineering teams to ensure end-to-end system integration.
• Plan and execute ground and flight testing, including test preparation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Support system safety, airworthiness certification, and compliance with FAA and DoD regulations.
• Troubleshoot performance issues and support system sustainment and upgrades throughout the product lifecycle.
• Participate in customer briefings, technical reviews, and configuration control boards.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Soft Skills

Clearance : Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation and Benefits :

Salary Range : $140,000.00 - $175,150.00 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.)

Benefits : Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs.

Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.