Counter Drone Operations SME

Paycom; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RELI Group is seeking a skilled CUAS technician for an onsite role at TSA Headquarters in Springfield, VA. You will set up, configure, and operate fixed-site and mobile CUAS systems, maintaining and supporting complex government-grade equipment.

The position requires a minimum of three years of CUAS experience, a current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, and readiness to travel up to 30% within the National Capital Region and nationwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant CUAS technical or operational experience.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate required.
• Experience deploying, configuring, operating, maintaining and troubleshooting technical equipment and systems.
• U.S. citizenship and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and operate fixed-site mobile and portable CUAS systems.
• Operate CUAS detection and approved mitigation equipment under Government direction.
• Perform pre-deployment testing, calibration, and readiness checks.
• Install and configure CUAS hardware, software, firmware, networks and integrations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot CUAS hardware, software, firmware, networks and communications.
• Diagnose faults and coordinate repairs or vendor support.
• Support CUAS data portals, TAK and other approved integration tools.
• Document operations, maintenance actions, and after-action reports.

Skills

CUAS experience

Remote pilot cert

Teamwork

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Springfield, VA 22150, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Not Specified, Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary/year, About Us:

About Us

At RELI Group, our work is grounded in purpose. We partner with government agencies to solve complex challenges, improve public health, strengthen national security, and make government services more effective and efficient. Our team of over 500 professionals brings deep expertise and a shared commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes. Behind every solution is a group of experts who care deeply about impact-whether we’re supporting data-driven decisions, modernizing systems or safeguarding critical programs.

Position supports TSA Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems program to deploy, set up, operate, maintain, troubleshoot and recover CUAS equipment in support of the Federal Air Marshall Service national security operations.

This is an onsite position at TSA HQ in Springfield, VA with core working hours of 8am - 4pm.

Position responsibilities

• Setting up, configuring, and operating fixed-site mobile and portable CUAS systems.
• Operating CUAS detection and authorized mitigation equipment under required Government direction or oversight.
• Performing pre-deployment testing, system calibration, operational checks and readiness verification.
• Installing and configuring Government approved CUAS hardware, software, firmware, networks and system integrations.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting CUAS hardware, software, firmware, networks and communications.
• Diagnosing technical faults and coordinating equipment repairs or vendor support.
• Supporting CUAS data portals, Team Awareness Kit (TAK) and other Government-approved integration and situational awareness tools.
• Supporting interoperability and integration among CUAS sensors, command and control systems, data portals, networks and approved external systems.
• Monitoring Equipment condition, performance, connectivity and operational status.
• Supporting multiple CUAS manufacturers, platforms, configurations and vendor neutral technologies.
• Preparing, contributing or documenting CUAS operations, maintenance actions, system status, technical reports, incident documentation and after-action reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant CUAS technical or operational experience.
• Previous military experience, civilian law enforcement experience, CUAS field service representative experience, CUAS contract support experience, or comparable technical experience supporting CUAS or related systems.
• Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Experience with the deployment, setup, configuration, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and recovery of technical equipment and systems.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, firmware, networking, communications, or other integrated technical systems.
• Experience documenting technical activities, maintenance actions, system status, incidents, or after-action activities.
• U.S. citizenship and a valid driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, if required.
• Ability to travel up to 30% from the National Capital Region to deployment locations nationwide.
• Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 70 pounds, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
• Ability to work outdoors, stand for extended periods, and operate in varying weather and field conditions.
• Ability to occasionally support operations outside of normal business hours, as required.

EEO Employer

RELI Groupis an Equal Employment Opportunity /affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

HUBZone

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The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 to $119,000.Actual compensation will depend on a range of factors, including but not limited to the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, certifications, location, other business and organizational needs, and applicable employment laws. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.

RELI Group provides a variety of additional benefits to its employees. For additional details on the benefits that RELI Group offers click here