Program Technician, Unmanned Aerial Systems

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and effective operation of program hardware, including UAS, ground support equipment, and supporting systems
• Support flight operations, client engagements, and UAS mission needs as a crewmember, observer, or pilot-in-command
• Assist with systems integration and testing to facilitate applied UAS research and commercialization
• Support additive manufacturing (3D printing) and CNC machining efforts for rapid prototyping and small batch part production
• Support education and training efforts, including UAS-focused STEM campus initiatives and outreach programs

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• U.S. Citizenship
• Current FAA Remote Pilot Certificate
• UAS operational flight experience on a variety of small UAS
• Experience with UAS-related modeling, simulation, mission planning, and data analytics software
• Strong PC skills, including standard office tools and industry-specific software
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing reports and presentations
• Ability to read, research, and comprehend technical and regulatory documents

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related area of study
• OEM authorized training certifications
• Familiarity with programming and operating additive manufacturing (3D printing) and CNC machines (lathes and mills)
• Experience with experimental tools such as wind tunnels, engine test stands, avionics, and sensors
• Private Pilot Certificate or advanced flight ratings
• Ability to obtain an FAA Second Class Medical certificate
• Valid U.S. Passport

Benefits

• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents for all Sinclair courses and programs
• Support for continued training and education, including tuition reimbursement
• OPERS pension participation with a 14% employer contribution
• 4+ weeks of personal and vacation leave plus 3+ weeks of sick leave annually
• 14 days of annually observed company holidays
• Expansive insurance programs, including an HSA with annual employer contribution