Airdrop Project Lead
Listed on 2026-11-05
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Engineering Design & Technologists, Systems Engineer
For our client, we are seeking a Airdrop Project Lead to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space. This role will lead complex aerial delivery and airdrop efforts, with a strong emphasis on rigging expertise, technical oversight, and disciplined execution across multiple work streams. You will partner with engineering, logistics, and government stakeholders to support inspections, design reviews, and procedure development tied to mission-critical operations.
The position requires balancing hands-on technical assessment with program coordination, helping ensure safety, compliance, and readiness for specialized delivery systems.
Location:
Remote
Compensation: $107,900 – $195,050 annually
Responsibilities- Apply aerial delivery rigging expertise to support engineering assessments and procedure development
- Inspect aerial delivery equipment and document compliance findings during inspections
- Troubleshoot technical issues with parachute systems and sling load equipment
- Complete technical reviews of drawing packages and submit materials for government approval
- Participate in design reviews for parachute and airdrop equipment
- Advise on airdrop procedures and equipment configuration for special operations
- Provide technical oversight for parachute systems and safety compliance on missions
- Drive day-to-day objectives across multiple professional areas
- Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of airdrop experience; additional experience may substitute for a degree
- 5+ years of program and logistics management experience
- U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain a Government Common Access Card (CAC)
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills for conveying technical information to diverse audiences
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams
- Willingness to travel up to 25% based on program needs
- Remote/telework options available
- Opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Engagement in high-impact projects with the U.S. Army
- Potential for professional growth and development in a specialized field
- Involvement in cutting-edge airdrop technology and operations
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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