UAS Systems Specialist Lead
- LocationAberdeen Proving Ground, MD, US
- Work typeOn-site
- Salary82.7k to 173.9k USD a year
- Posted6 November 2026
- SourceCACI's careers page (Eightfold)
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Job Title: UAS Systems Specialist Lead
Job Category: Aviation
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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The Opportunity:
The UAS Systems Specialist Lead will act as both the technical lead and as the unit manager for a team of UAS specialists. As a lead, the individual will manage and task activities related to UAS system development, UAS pilot training, and UAS mission execution. Travel is expected and may include both CONUS and OCONUS operations. When not traveling, the lead will collaborate with government and contractor personnel to support platform development and integration.
Responsibilities:
- Train, lead, and or execute flight operations as a part of team
- Train, lead, and or execute prototyping activities, equipment testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Provide subject matter expertise and integration support UAS system development
- Maintain technical competency and awareness of COTS/GOTS UAS systems to provide technical guidance and recommendations to customers
- Develop and maintain training/operational documentation and procedures
- Interface with internal and external customers
- Collaborate with engineering, integration, and flight test to support program deliverables as it relates to configuration changes, quality, and integration best practices
Qualifications:
Required:
- An Active TS/SCI Clearance
- Strong interpersonal skills with experience leading technical teams
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification
- In-depth understanding of aviation regulations with a focus on unmanned aircraft operations
- Proficiency with commercially available mission planning software
- Proficiency with COTS UAS hardware (i.e. ArduPilot, EdgeTX)
- Experience building and flying UAS, either professionally or as a hobbyist
- Ability to read and understand wiring schematics
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Willingness to travel, sometimes with limited notice, up to 25%. Travel may be austere
Desired:
- Experience supporting test events or field operations
- Management experience
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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:
$82,700 - 173,900 USD
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.
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