Senior UAS Technical Analyst – Autonomous Systems and Robotics

CACI International Inc; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. seeks an Advanced Aerospace Technologies Analyst to produce and manage UAS/UAV assessments at the National Ground Intelligence Center in Charlottesville, VA.

You will explore autonomous systems, AI, GNC, and multi-agent coordination to evaluate capabilities, vulnerabilities, and impact on national security, interfacing with partner agencies and research institutions.

This position requires TS/SCI clearance and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience producing analytic assessments on unmanned aerial systems.
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage production of UAS/robotics analytic products.
• Research data sources to assess foreign UAV/UAS capabilities.
• Evaluate systems using swarming, GNC, and AI concepts.
• Inform decision-makers across thresholds and objectives.
• Coordinate with external partners (e.g., MIT Lincoln Labs) for information.
• Identify vulnerabilities and provide threat assessments.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Analytical/UAS experience

Active TS/SCI clearance

Education

BA/BS in STEM discipline

MS or PhD preferred

Job description

Job Title: Senior UAS Technical Analyst – Autonomous Systems and Robotics

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking an Advanced Aerospace Technologies Analyst to perform and manage the production of various products in coordination with project and program leadership at the National Ground Intelligence Center in Charlottesville VA.

You will research and exploit key data sources to assess capabilities of foreign Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).

You will leverage knowledge of swarming; autonomous systems; advanced guidance, navigation and control (GNC); and artificial intelligence (AI) to evaluate developing systems technologies, combat environments, concepts of operation, and tactics to develop assessments of intentions and capabilities, limitations, and vulnerabilities of foreign UAV and UAS technologies.

You will also fully inform and ensure decision advantage across multiple threshold and objective requirements often through coordination with external partner agencies and research institutions; e.g. M.I.T Lincoln Labs.

Responsibilities

• Academic and practical understanding of advanced robotics and UAS technologies, with a strong background in autonomous systems; multi-agent coordination; and advanced guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) technologies.
• Must possess the depth to analyze the underlying technologies. This experience cannot be tangential (i.e., not someone who has worked the IED and/or UAS problem set and can speak in general terms about the broad challenges).
• Must be capable of conducting analysis on foreign unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Specifically engineering analysis and characterization of system design and sub technologies relevant to autonomous systems, flight performance (e.g., range, endurance, payload, etc.), and tactical effectiveness.
• Predict future capabilities and effectiveness based on modifications or evolutionary changes; and identification of vulnerabilities for exploitation/threat mitigation by US materiel solutions.
• Fully inform and ensure decision advantage across multiple threshold and objective requirements (e.g., Detect & Identify, Track, Defeat)
• Based on known and anticipated requirements, increase threat characterization, signature development and dissemination throughput to close standing informational gaps.
• Determine technical omissions, discrepancies, and reliability of all-source material by applying known technical constraints on equipment operation or technology application, and extrapolating from established data on foreign equipment characteristics, foreign research and development (R&D) and production capabilities.

Qualifications

Required:

• BA/BS degree relevant STEM discipline. MS degree or PhD highly preferred.
• Experience with the intelligence community is preferred but not required.
• Must have demonstrated capability producing analytic assessments with experience in unmanned aerial systems.
• Must have strong verbal and written skills.
• Must have an active in scope DoD TS/SCI security clearance. This is a requirement. Nothing lower than a TS clearance will be considered.
• Ability to conduct analysis and produce comprehensive technical assessments that include independent research and technical writing.
• U.S. Military experience is beneficial.
• Must possess the ability to work independently with minimal oversight while maintaining focus on research objectives defined by the client.
• Analytical and/or hands-on experience with UAV and UAS.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$98,500-$206,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.