CUAS Test Engineer

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a C-UAS Test Engineer to design, conduct, analyze, and report on Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems performance test and evaluation. A minimum SECRET clearance or ability to obtain one is required.

• Design test plans to evaluate various C-UAS technologies including radio frequency devices, electro-optical/infrared cameras, user interfaces, networks, and software integrations.
• Support the development of front-end and back-end software.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment supporting traditional and Agile projects.
• Develop concepts to test and verify system specifications and provide a strong written narrative to support technical analysis.
• Draft test documentation for testing and evaluation.
• Conduct general test support, including test set‑up and tear‑down.
• Safely fly/operate small drones.
• Execute tests on a wide range of technologies at multiple locations across the U.S.
• Support the development of key metrics for the program’s solution development team.
• Responsible for target placement, target configuration, and target operator instructions and guidance.
• Brief executive leaders on findings and recommendations.
• Write and provide test reports to multiple levels of leadership throughout the government.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cyber security, mathematics/statistics, or engineering with 2‑4 years of experience, or more than 4 years conducting daily data analytics.
• Experience with Python, JavaScript, and Linux.
• Experience with test design and reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of test methods and methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively to solve problems within a cross‑functional team.
• Knowledge of systems engineering processes.
• Experience communicating technical and program information to multiple stakeholders and adhering to established communication plans.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities in dynamic, politically sensitive environments while ensuring customer expectations are managed.

• Basic mechanical understanding and experience working with tools.
• Experience with RF transmission, detection, and deterrence equipment and techniques.
• Experience with UAS operation & capabilities, and command, control, and guidance systems.
• Experience testing Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
• Daily interface with customers at numerous levels, mandating high tact and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience flying both rotary and fixed‑wing Group 1‑2 UAS.

A security clearance is not required to apply; the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.

Salary Range: $74,800 – $130,900.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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