Technical Lead, Aerospace Development
Core
Lead the design, development, evaluation, and sustainment of Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and related aerospace products, providing engineering support for Counter-UAS.
Role type
Senior Technical Lead, Aerospace Development
Builds
Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), Counter-UAS systems, and related aerospace products
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Unmanned Aerial Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Aerospace product design, aircraft maintenance, avionics, engineering principles, root cause analysis, technical airworthiness documentation, stakeholder liaison, senior management advisory, advanced technology development (aerodynamics, structural design, GNC, robotics, propulsion)
Preferred skills
CAF aerospace technology experience, aircraft operations, space systems, military missiles/rocket systems
Technologies
GNC systems, robotics, propulsion systems, avionics
Responsibilities
Plan and recommend product improvements for existing and new systems; Produce equipment review reports, improvement studies, and modification plans; Develop and monitor maintenance programs; Provide engineering advice to Joint Staff and units; Conduct staff visits and facility inspections; Prepare technical airworthiness documentation (Clearance Plans, Risk Assessments, Operational Intent statements)
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic advisory duties