UAV Test & Evaluation Engineer

Job Title: UAV Test & Evaluation Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:
We are seeking aa experienced Test Engineer to support programs involving the development, integration, testing, and lifecycle management of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The selected candidate will play a key role in enforcing configuration management controls, supporting technical documentation in accordance with existing standards. 

Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain configuration management processes in accordance with internal standards, including baseline control, change management, and vendor communication.
• Develop, review, and maintain technical documentation according to existing technical data package guidelines.
• Support developmental and operational test and evaluation activities, including test planning, execution, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Assist in program planning and execution by coordinating schedules, milestones, and deliverables in alignment with contract and program objectives.
• Track and report program risks, action items, and configuration changes; provide status updates to program leadership and government stakeholders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of engineers, logisticians, technicians, and program management teams to ensure mission success within established timelines.
• Support process improvement initiatives aligned with existing processes.

Qualifications:
Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, systems engineering, aviation, or a related technical field.
• Experience with configuration management principles and tools within a DoD or defense contractor environment.
• Strong attention to detail and experience producing and maintaining controlled technical documentation.
• Familiarity with UAS platforms, systems integration, or aerospace/defense systems.
• Strong data analysis ability, and competence with MATLAB.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and good interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other project management programs (i.e. Smartsheet)

Desired:

• Experience supporting DoD Prototyping and Development programs.
• Experience with version control and configuration tools (e.g., Git, Windchill, or similar).
• Active or eligible for a DoD security clearance.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,700 - 173,900 USD