Unmanned Systems (UxS) Technician II

PingWind; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eleven Federal Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Medical plan options

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with match

Continuing education assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness benefits

529 College Savings Plan

Legal Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

PingWind is seeking a Unmanned Systems Technician II to assemble, integrate, test, and maintain unmanned aerial systems and subsystems. You will troubleshoot hardware and software, work with engineers, and ensure systems are mission-ready in lab, field, and operations.

Required: Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years hands-on experience or 7+ years without a degree, plus strong skills in BetaFlight/ArduPilot/PX4 and CAD. May involve lifting equipment and using shop tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 3+ years hands-on experience or 7+ years without a degree.
• Experience with UAS, flight control systems, and unmanned platforms.
• Strong electronics, hardware debugging, and CAD/simulation familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, test, and maintain unmanned systems and subsystems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and sustain UAS hardware and software.
• Work with engineers to ensure systems meet performance requirements.
• Operate in lab, field, and operational environments with safety.

Skills

BetaFlight

ArduPilot

PX4

UAS design

Propulsion systems

CAD

3D printing

Soldering (SMD)

C/C++

Python

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Digital multimeter

Spectrum analyzer

Oscilloscope

3D printer

Job description

Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Required Clearance: Secret clearance but must be TS/SCI Eligible
Certifications: FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of employment.
Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or completion of a technical program in an applicable engineering or science field.
Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on professional experience with a bachelor's degree; or Minimum of 7 years of hands‑on professional experience without a degree.

Position Description

PingWind is seeking a Unmanned Systems (UxS) Technician II is responsible for the assembly, integration, testing, operation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of unmanned systems and supporting technologies. This position provides technical expertise in the development, fabrication, and sustainment of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), electrical and mechanical subsystems, embedded hardware, and mission support equipment. The technician works closely with engineers and program personnel to ensure unmanned systems are operationally ready, meet technical performance requirements, and support mission objectives in laboratory, field, and operational environments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Extensive experience (5+ years) with BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4 flight control systems.
• Extensive hands‑on experience (5+ years) designing, building, and integrating unmanned aerial systems (UAS)/drones.
• Strong knowledge (5+ years) of electronic propulsion systems and combustion‑powered propulsion systems.
• Proficient in building, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and mechanical assemblies, including: Analog and digital circuits, AC/DC electronics, Electrical diagnostics, Mechanical integration.
• Experienced using electronic test equipment, including: Digital multimeters, Spectrum analyzers, Oscilloscopes.
• Knowledgeable in selecting and integrating electronic components, sensors, and hardware for unmanned systems applications.
• Comfortable working in laboratory and shop environments using industrial equipment and power tools.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Skilled in the safe use of hand tools and power tools for fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repairs.
• Proficient with Computer‑Aided Design (CAD) software for rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience using multiple 3D printing technologies, including: Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Stereolithography (SLA).
• Strong understanding of additive manufacturing materials, including: PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU.
• Skilled in soldering and de‑soldering electrical components, including: Surface Mount Devices (SMD), Electronic sensors, Printed circuit board (PCB) components.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance, diagnose hardware and software issues, and conduct repairs using technical manuals and engineering documentation.
• Experience assembling hardware, troubleshooting system faults, and performing preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Familiar with C, C++, and Python programming languages.
• Proficient using software development and debugging tools, including: Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), Compilers, Hardware debuggers.
• Ability to compile firmware, troubleshoot embedded systems, and resolve low‑level hardware and software issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s Degree

Our Benefits Include

• Eleven Federal Holidays
• Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
• Parental Leave
• Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule
• Continuing education assistance
• Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance

Salary Range

$61K-$85k

The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.