UAS Interoperability Technician

UAS Interoperability Technician

Leidos Defense Uncrewed Systems Integration and Test is seeking a motivated and ambitious UAS Interoperability Technician to join the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) Joint Technology Center – Systems Integration Lab (JSIL) Technology and Certification Center. This position performs integration, testing and certification of the Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Command Control Computers Communications and Intelligence (C4I) technologies while operating in software or hardware‑in‑the‑loop simulated environments.

The individual works within an established test team comprised of UAS Operators, Technicians and Engineers, contributing to various aspects of UAS interoperability, supporting the conduct of testing and certification, assisting in the production of reports, and summarizing findings for customer briefings.

• Perform Risk Reduction Testing (RRT) based on system capability requirements developed and established by the customer.
• Perform Army Interoperability Certification (AIC) testing of candidate system software and hardware.
• Conduct thorough testing based on established procedures and standards and support development of procedures derived from current and future system requirements documentation.
• Develop solutions to complex interoperability problems during all phases of testing.
• Work closely with the JSIL leadership to provide support during the system’s development lifecycle.
• Interface with the customer to help establish testing practices and meet their software and hardware delivery needs.

• BS degree in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) plus 2–4 years of experience or Master’s degree with less than 2 years in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). In lieu of a degree 9+ years of UAS‑equivalent experience will be considered.
• Familiarity with UAS flight and mission operations.
• UAS C4I Technologies (tactical messaging, payload product dissemination).
• UAS simulation software and hardware technologies.
• UAS integration and testing.
• Test procedure development.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.
• On‑site work (no remote/hybrid options) with ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security+ Certification.

• Operational UAS experience (operator or maintainer/technician).
• UAS data communications (Tactical Common Datalink, Blue Force Tracker, Link‑16, emerging UAS communication technology).
• Familiarity with C4I software and interfaces to include tactical messaging interfaces as defined by DoDAF and AIC mission test threads.
• Comfortable interfacing with customers and working in dynamic environments requiring expertise on a variety of existing and emerging UAS systems.
• Ability to work independently as well as participate in group projects/test events.
• Hands‑on experience in technical disciplines including payloads, data links, and/or command and control.

$59,150.00 – $

The Leidos pay range for this job level 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, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That is why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.