Multi-Domain Autonomous System Specialist

Parsons; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking Counter-Unmanned System (C-UxS) Specialists to support U.S. Government clients in Washington DC and Miami. The role requires 24/7 shift work and frequent TDY to CONUS sites, with real-time coordination across partners and responsibility for system health, maintenance, and documentation.

You will join a Federal Solutions team delivering advanced C-UxS capabilities, with opportunities to work across high-visibility protective operations and demonstrations. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's STEM degree or related field with 0+ years of experience.
• Experience with shift work, watchstanding, or 24/7 operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and valid U.S. passport (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to obtain a Class 1 DOS medical clearance.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification (required).
• Willingness to TDY up to 75% of the work year across multiple CONUS sites.
• SECRET Security Clearance (minimum); TS/SCI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple C-UxS capabilities for real-time airspace awareness and reporting.
• Operate C-UxS mitigation capabilities per SOP and official guidance.
• Coordinate in real-time with military, law enforcement, and interagency partners.
• Provide 24/7 shift coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Support C-UxS demonstrations, testing, evaluations, and training.
• Perform inspections, fault diagnosis, and LRU replacement to restore systems.
• Conduct routine maintenance, log pulls, and remote health monitoring.
• Produce accurate maintenance and incident reports and logs.
• Deploy to multiple CONUS locations on short notice.

Skills

Shift work / 24/7 operations

Strong communication

US citizenship

Class 1 DOS medical clearance

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot

Willingness to TDY

Security clearance (Secret)

Education

Bachelor's STEM degree

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for amazingly talented Counter-Unmanned System (C-UxS) Multi-Domain Autonomous System Specialists to join our team! In this role, you will support high-visibility protective operations across Washington DC and Miami in support of U.S. Government clients. You will monitor airspace for UxS threats, conduct real-time coordination with government and interagency partners, and provide both operational and technical support for the client's C-UxS program. This position requires 24/7 shift work and TDY travel to support multiple operational sites.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Monitoring multiple C-UxS capabilities ensuring real-time airspace awareness and reporting events in accordance with local SOPs.

• Safely operating and articulating C-UxS mitigation capabilities in accordance with local SOP and direction from authorized U.S. Government representatives.

• Conducting real-time coordination with military, law enforcement, and interagency partners during operations.

• Providing shift coverage for 24/7 operations including nights, weekends, and holidays as mission requires.

• Supporting C-UxS demonstrations, testing, evaluations, and training.

• Performing technical inspections, system checks, fault diagnosis, and LRU replacement to restore C-UxS systems to full functionality.

• Conducting scheduled maintenance, daily and/or weekly log pulls, and remote system health monitoring.

• Producing accurate written documentation including maintenance reports, operational logs, incident reports, and technical assessments.

• Deploying to multiple CONUS locations on short notice to meet mission requirements.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's STEM Degree related to area with 0+ years of related professional experience

• Experience with shift work, watchstanding, or 24/7 operations.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• U.S. citizenship and valid U.S. passport (or ability to obtain).

• Ability to obtain a Class 1 DOS medical clearance.

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification (required)

• Willingness to TDY up to 75% of the work year across multiple CONUS sites.

• SECRET Security Clearance (minimum); TS/SCI preferred.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Military experience in Air Traffic Control, Air Defense, Radar, Communications, Intelligence, Aviation, or Security Forces.

• Law enforcement or security operations background.

• Experience flying Group 1-2 rotary or fixed-wing.

• Experience with RF technologies, radar systems, computer networks, or electronic systems.

• Combat or high-tempo operational deployment experience.

• Leadership or supervisory experience in operational settings.

• Academic experience through accredited programs.

Why Join Our Team:

• Support critical national security missions in high-visibility protective operations.

• Comprehensive internal training pipeline — we develop our people.

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge C-UxS technology.

• Career growth potential in an expanding program.

• Work alongside experienced military, law enforcement, and technical professionals.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $30.58 - $53.51

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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