Counter -Unmanned Aerial Systems Operator

Atlas Advisors; Geilenkirchen; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Advisors LLC is seeking qualified personnel to support Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System operations at NATO Airbase Geilenkirchen, Germany. This full-time, on-site role requires 24/7 coverage with rotating shifts and adherence to security protocols.

NATO security clearance is preferred, with the ability to obtain police clearance. Responsibilities include monitoring C-UAS interfaces, responding to alerts, maintaining logs, and coordinating with military authorities.

Qualifications

• Must have fluent written and spoken English.
• NATO/Police clearance or ability to obtain clearance.
• Willingness to work 24/7, rotating shifts.
• Demonstrated reliability and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate under time-sensitive conditions.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor C-UAS system interfaces and sensor displays.
• Recognize and respond to system alerts and suspected UAS activity.
• Notify and escalate to Security Squadron and International Military Police per procedures.
• Maintain accurate logs, event records, and shift handover documents.
• Maintain situational awareness across shift transitions.
• Participate in drills, readiness checks, and surge operations when needed.
• Ensure compliance with security, safety, and EW/jamming protocols.
• Monitor systems, assess alerts, and advise authorities on course of action.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fluent English

Teamwork

Reliability

Time-pressure handling

Tools

Security systems

Job description

Counter -Unmanned Aerial Systems Operator

Geilenkirchen, Germany | Posted on 07/21/2026

Atlas Advisors, LLC is seeking qualified personnel to support Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS) operations at NATO Airbase Geilenkirchen, Germany. We are hiring both C-UAS Operators and C-UAS Supervisors/System Trainers to support continuous force protection and airfield defense operations through real-time monitoring, detection, reporting, supervision, and training of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System capabilities. Candidates will be considered for the position that best aligns with their qualifications and experience.

This position is contingent on contract award

Key Responsibilities

Continuously monitor C-UAS system interfaces and associated sensor displays during assigned shifts.

Recognize, assess, and appropriately respond to system alerts and suspected UAS activity.

Execute timely notification and escalation to the appropriate Security Squadron and International Military Police authorities in accordance with established procedures.

Maintain accurate operational logs, event records, reports, and shift handover documentation.

Maintain situational awareness and operational continuity across shift transitions.

Participate in required drills, exercises, continuation training, readiness checks, and surge operations during elevated threat conditions.

Comply with all access, security, safety, operational security, Electronic Warfare, and jamming protocols.

Monitor C-UAS systems, assess alerts, conduct identification support, maintain logs, and recommend courses of action to the appropriate authorities. Contractor personnel are not authorized to initiate or execute active Counter-UAS defeat measures.

NATO or National Secret security clearance.

Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail, and ability to operate under time-sensitive conditions.

Stable character & physically and mentally resilient.

Ability to obtain a police clearance certificate.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in force protection, airfield defense, surveillance, radar monitoring, or command-and-control operations.

Familiarity with security or surveillance systems operating within a command post environment.

Experience working in a multinational or NATO operational setting.

Program or project management experience in a security or operational environment.

Prior instructional experience, curriculum development, or formal instructor certification.

Experience supervising contractor or multinational personnel in a high-security environment.

Work Location and Schedule

This is a full-time, on-site position located at Airbase Geilenkirchen, Germany. Remote work is not available. The C-UAS Operator supports continuous 24-hour, seven-day-per-week operations and must be able to work rotational shifts as required. Work schedules will be administered in accordance with applicable German labor laws.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  

About Us

Atlas Advisors LLC (ATLAS) is a HUBZone Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that consistently delivers innovative solutions to address the complex challenges of our global clientele through specialized consulting and personnel services.