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Description
Job Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary on-site technical expert and operator for the THOR drone platform during field deployments, testing, and tactical exercises.
Perform comprehensive field-level maintenance, which includes troubleshooting faults, replacing parts, and repairing mechanical and electrical components to minimize downtime.
Develop and execute training programs for Army operators, ensuring military personnel are highly proficient in system operation, mission execution, and basic field troubleshooting.
Provide direct technical support for tactical communications and networking equipment, such as Silvus radios, to ensure reliable data links in the field.
Support system testing, flight evaluations, and payload integration in field environments.
Act as the liaison between the warfighter and the engineering team, providing detailed feedback on system performance, ruggedness, and operational needs.
Must-Have Skills, Education, & Experience: 4-plus year's experience as a UAS Operator or maintainer.
Hands-on technical experience as a UAS Operator/Maintainer, with a proven track record of operating and or diagnosing hardware and software issues and swapping parts on the flight line.
Demonstrated ability to train, instruct, and evaluate Army operators or other military personnel on technical systems.
Ability to instruct others in drone operations/maintenance.
Willingness to travel extensively to support field operations and military training schedules.
Current or ability to obtain Active US Security Clearance.
Willingness to travel mainly to stateside military installations.
Worksite address
rockville, MD, 20849, US
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