Field UAS Engineer — Ops, Testing & Training

COLSA; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

COLSA is seeking an experienced UAS Field Engineer to provide hands-on technical and operational support for military unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This role covers field operations, system integration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and training to ensure mission readiness.

Based in Huntsville, AL, the engineer will collaborate with COLSA's UAS Training team and engineers to support field exercises, training, and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of related experience.
• Experience configuring and operating open-source and/or COTS UAS flight-control software and radio systems.
• Hands-on experience with Group 1 and Group 2 UAS, including fixed-wing and multirotor flight operations.
• Working knowledge of standard desktop applications (word processing, spreadsheets, databases).
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 35%, CONUS and OCONUS.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical engineering support for military UAS platforms, ensuring operational readiness.
• Lead daily operations, mission planning, system monitoring, and data collection for performance evaluation.
• Direct knowledge of Group 1 and Group 2 UAS, fixed-wing and multirotor flight operations.
• Test and employ UAS and equipment to train users and provide system support.
• Identify required UAS parts and COTS equipment for purchase as needed.
• Perform upgrades, troubleshooting, and maintenance on airframes, avionics, propulsion, and payloads.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation including flight logs and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with engineering, logistics, and operations to resolve field issues and implement improvements.
• Travel with UAS Training team to onsite field exercises, supporting operations and training.
• Assist Training Leads in updating training materials for customers.

Skills

Flight operations

Security clearance

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

UAS flight-control software

Radio systems

Job description

COLSA is seeking an experienced UAS Field Engineer to provide hands-on technical and operational support for military unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This role covers field operations, system integration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and training to ensure mission readiness.

Based in Huntsville, AL, the engineer will collaborate with COLSA's UAS Training team and engineers to support field exercises, training, and customer requirements.