Senior UAS Systems Technician (MQ-4C Triton)

SMX; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 53,767 - 80,589; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a skilled Senior Engineering Technician to provide essential support for the MQ‑4C Triton UAS program in a classified testing environment. The technician will engage in testing, integration, and troubleshooting of sophisticated airborne systems. Required qualifications include a high school diploma, 10+ years of technical experience, and a strong background in unmanned aerial systems. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant technical experience.
• At least 2 years supporting airborne systems at a senior technician level.
• Experience with unmanned aerial systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support MQ‑4C Triton system testing and integration.
• Perform system-level diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Collect and analyze test data.

Skills

Avionics test equipment proficiency

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Strong understanding of military aircraft systems

Independent work capability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of technical/trade school

30 semester hours in technical curriculum

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Data acquisition tools

Job description

A leading defense contractor is seeking a skilled Senior Engineering Technician to provide essential support for the MQ‑4C Triton UAS program in a classified testing environment. The technician will engage in testing, integration, and troubleshooting of sophisticated airborne systems. Required qualifications include a high school diploma, 10+ years of technical experience, and a strong background in unmanned aerial systems. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.