Drone Systems Technician & Operator — Prototyping & Flight

Seventh Dimension; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Seventh Dimension is seeking an Unmanned Systems (UxS) Technician and Operator in Virginia Beach, VA. You will support integration, assembly, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of advanced unmanned systems for SOF applications, including payload integration, embedded systems, flight ops, and rapid prototyping.

The role requires hands-on experience with BetaFlight, ArduPilot, PX4, CAD prototyping, and diagnostic tools, plus a Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• US Citizen
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Must hold an active Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI Eligibility
• Demonstrate analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrate self-motivation and critical thinking skills
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication
• Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience with a degree, or seven (7) years without a degree
• Experience with unmanned systems assembly, integration, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair
• Experience with BetaFlight, ArduPilot and PX4
• Proficiency with CAD for rapid prototyping
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or ability to obtain within six months

Responsibilities

• Integrate systems and technologies onto unmanned platforms
• Build, assemble, configure, and modify unmanned aerial systems
• Integrate embedded systems supporting C2, ISR
• Perform testing, evaluation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of unmanned systems
• Build and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical assemblies
• Select and integrate electronic components, sensors, and hardware
• Use diagnostic equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers
• Perform precision soldering and electronic repair activities
• Develop rapid prototypes using CAD and additive manufacturing
• Upload, test, validate, and troubleshoot firmware and embedded software
• Support developmental testing, demonstrations, operational exercises, and fielding events

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Critical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

C

C++

Python

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field, or qualifying equivalent experience

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or ability to obtain within six months

Tools

BetaFlight

ArduPilot

PX4

CAD software

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Spectrum analyzers

Soldering equipment

Additive manufacturing (FDM/SLS/SLA)

Job description

Seventh Dimension is seeking an Unmanned Systems (UxS) Technician and Operator in Virginia Beach, VA. You will support integration, assembly, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of advanced unmanned systems for SOF applications, including payload integration, embedded systems, flight ops, and rapid prototyping.

The role requires hands-on experience with BetaFlight, ArduPilot, PX4, CAD prototyping, and diagnostic tools, plus a Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.