CUAS Technical Manager

LMI Consulting, LLC; Summit Point (WV); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI is seeking a Technical Manager with strong sUAS expertise to support DHS leadership and oversee test and evaluation projects in Summit Point, WV. This on-site role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.

The position emphasizes interdisciplinary systems engineering, geospatial analysis, and coordination across DHS components, with travel up to 25% and collaboration with government staff to advance C-UAS capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Interdisciplinary systems engineering lifecycle skillsets with knowledge of C-UAS technologies.
• Understanding of law enforcement CONOPS, particularly regarding C-UAS.
• Must have a strong technology background and understand a wide array of technologies and how they communicate.
• Strong understanding of geospatial analysis and applications.
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative and be a self-starter, solution seeker.
• A true team player who promotes cross-functional collaboration and maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
• Must understand how to work and brief effectively with high level Government staff.
• Ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.
• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, as needed.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a CBP Background Investigation (BI) is required; active CBP BI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Intra-Departmental liaison support to the Defense Capability Group (DCG) Lead, coordinating information regarding C-UAS activities across all DHS components, as well as interagency networking between other DCG agencies.
• Observe and report on Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) technology demonstrations and Test and Evaluation (T&E) programs and projects for senior Law Enforcement Executives.
• Track ongoing RDT&E, technology demonstrations, and T&E activities to assess viability of deployment and operational capabilities of COTS, GOTS, and integrated sUAS systems.

Skills

C-UAS technologies

Geospatial analysis

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Overview

LMI is seeking a Technical Manager with strong Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) expertise to support Government leadership personnel, oversee planning and execution of test and evaluation projects for our DHS client in a highly dynamic work environment. This is an on-site position in the Summit Point, WV area that requires the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance or higher. You must also be a U.S. citizen.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Provide Intra-Departmental liaison support to the Defense Capability Group (DCG) Lead, coordinating information regarding C-UAS activities across all DHS components, as well as interagency networking between other DCG agencies.
• Observe and report on Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) technology demonstrations and Test and Evaluation (T&E) programs and projects for senior Law Enforcement Executives
• Track ongoing RDT&E, technology demonstrations, and T&E activities to assess viability of deployment and operational capabilities of COTS, GOTS, and integrated sUAS systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred
• 8-10 years of relevant experience preferred
• Interdisciplinary systems engineering lifecycle skillsets with knowledge of C-UAS technologies
• Understanding of law enforcement CONOPS, particularly regarding C-UAS
• Must have a strong technology background and understand a wide array of technologies and how they communicate
• Strong understanding of geospatial analysis and applications
• Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative and be a self-starter, solution seeker
• A true team player who promotes cross-functional collaboration and maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment
• Must understand how to work and brief effectively with high level Government staff
• Ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.
• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, as needed
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a CBP Background Investigation (BI) is required; active CBP BI preferred.

The target salary range for this position is $160,000-$185,000.

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

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Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.

Job Locations

US-WV-Summit Point

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