UAV Systems Specialist — Prototyping & Integration

CACI International Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Flexible time off

Learning resources

Job summary

CACI International Inc. seeks a UAV Systems Specialist to support design, integration, fabrication, testing, operation, and sustainment of unmanned aerial systems.

This hands-on role bridges engineering, fabrication, flight operations and event support, focusing on rapid prototyping, system reliability, and mission execution. The position requires 3–7 years of UAS experience and a relevant degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3–7 years of experience supporting UAS or complex electromechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience with UAS assembly, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with avionics, RF, power distribution, and propulsion systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, drawings, and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and configuration discipline.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support assembly, integration, and modification of fixed-wing and multirotor UAS platforms.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain avionics, propulsion systems, payloads, and communications hardware.
• Assist with system-level testing, ground checks, and flight readiness activities.
• Support flight operations, test events, and field deployments as required.
• Execute diagnostics and root-cause analysis on UAS hardware and subsystems.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, work instructions, and configuration records.
• Collaborate closely with Electrical, Mechanical, and Systems Engineering teams.

Skills

UAS assembly

System troubleshooting

RF systems

Wiring diagrams

Mechanical drawings

Documentation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

CAD

Scripting

Ground control stations

Telemetry systems

Flight control software

Job description

CACI International Inc. seeks a UAV Systems Specialist to support design, integration, fabrication, testing, operation, and sustainment of unmanned aerial systems.

This hands-on role bridges engineering, fabrication, flight operations and event support, focusing on rapid prototyping, system reliability, and mission execution. The position requires 3–7 years of UAS experience and a relevant degree or equivalent.