UAS Research Engineer - Field Deployable Systems

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX seeks an Engineer specializing in Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). The role focuses on design, integration, testing, and field operations to enable mission-critical capabilities.

Responsibilities include system integration, payload development, and hands-on field testing, with documentation of procedures and test plans. A security clearance is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Active security clearance is highly preferred.
• 0–5 years of experience with UAS systems, including field deployment and payload integration.
• Willingness to perform operations and testing in challenging environments, including extreme weather and remote outdoor settings.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement specialized UAS solutions, including payload and sensor integration.
• Perform in-field testing, data collection, and analysis for validation and optimization.
• Develop technical documentation such as user specifications, test plans, and standard operating procedures.

Skills

UAS systems

Payload integration

Mission planning

Embedded computing

UAS autonomy

Field deployment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX seeks an Engineer specializing in Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). The role focuses on design, integration, testing, and field operations to enable mission-critical capabilities.

Responsibilities include system integration, payload development, and hands-on field testing, with documentation of procedures and test plans. A security clearance is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required.