Unmanned Systems Engineer

CACI is seeking a UxS (Unmanned Systems) Engineer to assist with the development and operation of drone swarm technologies, focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) for autonomous navigation and real-time decision-making. This role involves working within a dynamic team environment to configure drone swarms, implement advanced AI algorithms, and ensure the seamless operation of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) through the utilization of cutting-edge technologies.

• Drone Swarm Design:
  Assist in the configuration of drone swarms for various applications.
• AI Integration:
  Develop and implement AI algorithms to enable autonomous navigation and real-time decision-making for drone swarms.
• Flight Operations:
  Oversee and manage the simultaneous operation of multiple drones in swarm formations, ensuring optimal performance, coordination, and safety.
• Innovation:
  Stay at the cutting edge of AI and drone technology, identifying opportunities for enhancement and innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring these ideas to fruition.
• Responsible for identifying materials for acquisition, fabrication, modification, programming, and maintenance of multi-rotor and fixed-wing COTS UAS platforms for training and test events.
• Conduct launches and recovers the air vehicle, performs pre-flight, in flight, and post flight checks.
• Use specialized software tools for flight control, configuration, simulation, and programming of flight paths specifically Q Ground Control & Mission Planner.
• Provide comprehensive technical red-team analysis.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in using PX4 and Q Ground Control.
• Strong programming skills (Python, C++).
• Knowledge of drone hardware, software, and communication protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for pushing the boundaries of technology.
• Experience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft, to include hobbyist UAS experience.
• Good working knowledge and experience using hand tools.
• Experience with all RPV (land and air) and ability to design/fabricate with limited instructions or pre-built kits.
• Proficient in utilizing standard MS Office computer applications and intelligence related automation to support analytical efforts and product development.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, collaborating with other engineers, pilots, and project managers to deliver reliable and effective UAV solutions.
• Ability to communicate and function effectively in a team environment.
• Perform all functional duties independently.
• Work in a small team environment.
• TS/SCI security clearance.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Desired - Bachelor of Science in related Unmanned Aerial Systems.
• Experience in drone swarm operations, including mission planning and execution.
• Proficiency in AI and machine learning techniques, with a strong portfolio of AI projects related to drones.
• Well-versed knowledge in utilizing Linux development environments to communicate with PX4 application, specifically Ubuntu distro.
• Experience in ROS2 environment to implement various sensors for obstacle avoidance and object recognition, such as GPS, LIDAR, ultrasonic sensors, computer vision, infrared, time of flight etc.
• Experience in using ROS2 to process data and communicate flight controllers (i.e. Pix Hawk cube) with other companion computer technology (i.e. ODRIOD, Intel NUCs, Raspberry Pi, etc.)
• Experience with development in PX4 environment using ROS2 and MATLAB software applications.
• Experience in Python and C++ programming languages utilizing object-oriented programming.

What We Can Offer You:

• We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

Company Overview:

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

Pay Range:
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