Full time

TalentRemedy; Springfield (VA); On-site; CAD 126,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentRemedy is seeking a CUAS Technical Specialist to support TSA’s Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems program. The role involves deploying, configuring, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and recovering CUAS equipment onsite at TSA Headquarters.

The ideal candidate has CUAS experience, a background in related fields, the ability to travel up to 30%, and the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. citizenship and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Experience deploying, configuring, operating, and maintaining CUAS equipment.
• Background in military or law enforcement support for CUAS or related systems.
• Ability to document technical activities and incidents clearly.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and operate fixed-site, mobile, and portable CUAS systems.
• Operate detection and authorized mitigation equipment under government direction.
• Perform pre-deployment testing, calibration, and readiness verification.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot CUAS hardware, software, firmware, networks, and comms.
• Diagnose issues and coordinate repairs and vendor support.
• Support CUAS data portals and interoperability with SITR/TAK tools.
• Monitor system status and performance; coordinate across vendors and platforms.
• Prepare documentation on operations, maintenance, incidents, and after-action reports.

Skills

CUAS experience

Security clearance

Travel readiness

Military/civilian background

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Springfield, United States | Posted on 10/28/2026

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Job Description

Location: Springfield, VA — Onsite at TSA Headquarters

Core Hours: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Our client is seeking a CUAS Technical Specialist to support the Transportation Security Administration’s Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems program and Federal Air Marshal Service national security operations. This hands‑on role involves deploying, configuring, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and recovering CUAS equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, configure, and operate fixed‑site, mobile, and portable CUAS systems.
• Operate CUAS detection and authorized mitigation equipment under required government direction or oversight.
• Perform pre‑deployment testing, system calibration, operational checks, and readiness verification.
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot government‑approved CUAS hardware, software, firmware, networks, and communications.
• Diagnose technical issues and coordinate equipment repairs and vendor support.
• Support CUAS data portals, Team Awareness Kit (TAK), and other approved integration and situational awareness tools.
• Support interoperability among CUAS sensors, command‑and‑control systems, networks, data portals, and approved external systems.
• Monitor equipment condition, performance, connectivity, and operational status.
• Work across multiple CUAS manufacturers, platforms, and configurations, including vendor‑neutral technologies.
• Prepare and maintain documentation covering CUAS operations, maintenance activities, system status, technical findings, incidents, and after‑action reports.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least three years of relevant CUAS technical or operational experience .
• Background in the military, civilian law enforcement, CUAS field service, CUAS contract support, or comparable technical work supporting CUAS or related systems.
• Experience deploying, setting up, configuring, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and recovering technical equipment and systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software, firmware, networking, communications, and integrated technical systems.
• Experience documenting technical activities, maintenance actions, system status, incidents, and after‑action activities.
• U.S. citizenship and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, if required . We will confirm how this aligns with the TSA suitability requirement discussed on the call.
• 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 work in varying weather and field conditions.
• Availability to occasionally support operations outside normal business hours.