Systems Integration and Test Engineer

Job Overview

The Virginia Tech Mid Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP) seeks a Systems Integration and Test Engineer for UAS and C-UAS research and testing in Blacksburg, Virginia. This role will support uncrewed aerial systems integration, test development, execution, and reporting.

This role facilitates the preparation and execution of UAS research by serving as a technical expert in their field, facilitating integration of complex systems, developing test procedures and instrumentation, conducting tests, and reporting results. The Systems Integration and Test Engineer will support a diverse array of tasks related to UAS and C-UAS research; preference given to candidates with uncrewed/autonomous system experience.

• Advanced degree or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, aviation, or closely related technical field. An exception may be made for individuals with significant relevant experience.
• Experience with engineering research and/or flight testing, preferably related to C-UAS systems.
• Experience with computer hardware, software, and/or networking.
• Good communication skills.
• Due to restrictions on the funded projects, position is restricted to a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have a good driving record, ability to lift/move/carry equipment over 25 pounds, working in outside elements, traversing across uneven terrain with considerable time walking, standing, stooping, and bending.

• Aviation and/or UAS experience.
• Experience with C-UAS systems.
• Experience working with Ardupilot, Arducopter and/or PX4 software.
• UAS design and construction experience.
• Software and programming experience (Python, Mavlink, multi-threaded programming, ROS, etc.).
• Proficient remote pilot and/or manual fixed wing RC flying skills.
• Experience working with aviation safety.

Due to restrictions on the funded projects, position is restricted to a U.S. Citizen. The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Exempt. Overtime:
Not eligible. Appointment Type:
Restricted. Salary: $70,304 - $105,456; commensurate with experience. Hours per week: 40. Review Date:
June 22, 2026, open until filled.

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