CUAS Testing Lead: RF & Field Test Ops

DZYNE Technologies; Portland (OR); Presencial; USD 160.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Dental & Vision

Descripción de la vacante

DZYNE Technologies, now part of Ondas Sentinel, seeks a Testing Lead for Counter‑UAS and RF systems in Portland. You will plan, execute, and oversee drone and counter‑drone tests, lead a team, and maintain a library of drones and protocols. You’ll shape test programs to validate CUAS performance in realistic threat environments.

Your role demands hands‑on testing across diverse platforms, collaboration with RF, software, and V&V teams, and stringent safety/compliance for field operations.

Formación

• 5+ years experience with CUAS detection and defeat systems, EW jamming technologies, or UAS
• Hands-on experience operating and testing drones across multiple protocols (Wi‑Fi, proprietary RF links, frequency‑hopping systems, etc.)
• Strong understanding of RF measurement techniques, anechoic chamber operation, and controlled test environments
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute complex field tests involving live drone operations
• Experience with test instrumentation such as spectrum analyzers, vector signal generators, channel emulators, and antennas
• Strong technical troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills

Responsabilidades

• Work with anechoic chamber staff to facilitate test operations including setup, execution, calibration oversight, and safety compliance
• Develop and implement a comprehensive field testing program for drone and counter‑drone technologies
• Maintain and continually update a diverse library of drones
• Plan, schedule, and manage field test events, including coordination with range facilities, safety teams, and internal operations and engineering staff
• Oversee test execution for CUAS detection, tracking, identification, and defeat functions against real UAS platforms
• Collaborate with system, RF, software, and V&V engineering teams to define test configurations, scenarios, and acceptance criteria
• Manage testing‑related logistics, including purchase orders and vendor interactions
• Ensure accurate data collection, documentation, and test reporting for internal use and customer deliverables
• Lead troubleshooting and root‑cause identification for observed system performance issues
• Manage test assets, facilities, instrumentation, drones, payloads, and EW testing equipment
• Train and mentor test technicians and engineers in best‑practice test procedures and safe UAS operations
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety requirements for UAS field operations

Conocimientos

CUAS experience

RF measurement

Test coordination

Drones testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Part 107 License

RF testing certification

Herramientas

Spectrum analyzers

Vector signal generators

Channel emulators

Antennas

Descripción del empleo

DZYNE Technologies, now part of Ondas Sentinel, seeks a Testing Lead for Counter‑UAS and RF systems in Portland. You will plan, execute, and oversee drone and counter‑drone tests, lead a team, and maintain a library of drones and protocols. You’ll shape test programs to validate CUAS performance in realistic threat environments.

Your role demands hands‑on testing across diverse platforms, collaboration with RF, software, and V&V teams, and stringent safety/compliance for field operations.