Unmanned Systems (UxS) Technician and Operator

Position:  Unmanned Systems (UxS) Technician and Operator 

Type: Full-time 

Location: Virginia Beach, VA 

Travel: 10% 

**Contingent Upon Award**  

Position Summary: The Unmanned Systems (UxS) Technician supports the integration, assembly, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of advanced unmanned systems and associated technologies for United States Special Operations Command. The technician will build, configure, troubleshoot, and sustain unmanned platforms while supporting payload integration, embedded systems development, flight operations, and rapid prototyping initiatives. This position serves as a critical link between engineering design and operational fielding efforts, ensuring systems are mission-ready, reliable, and effective for Special Operations Forces applications. 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Integrate systems and technologies onto unmanned platforms 

• Build, assemble, configure, and modify unmanned aerial systems 

• Integrate embedded systems supporting command and control, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities 

• Perform testing, evaluation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of unmanned systems 

• Build and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical assemblies 

• Select and integrate electronic components, sensors, and supporting hardware 

• Utilize diagnostic equipment including oscilloscopes, multimeters, and spectrum analyzers 

• Perform precision soldering and electronic repair activities 

• Develop rapid prototypes using CAD and additive manufacturing technologies 

• Upload, test, validate, and troubleshoot firmware and embedded software 

• Support developmental testing, demonstrations, operational exercises, and fielding events 

Required Qualifications:  

• US Citizen 

• Valid U.S. driver's license 

• Must hold an active Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI Eligibility 

• Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. 

• Demonstrate self-motivation and critical thinking skills. 

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication 

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or applicable engineering or science discipline, or qualifying equivalent experience 

• Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience with a degree, or seven (7) years of applicable experience without a degree 

• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or ability to obtain within six months of employment 

• Experience supporting Group 1 and/or Group 2 Unmanned Systems assembly, integration, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair 

• Experience with commercially available unmanned systems preferred 

• Extensive knowledge of BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4 

• Extensive hands-on experience building drones 

• Knowledge of electric propulsion and combustible power systems 

• Experience building, testing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical assemblies 

• Experience utilizing oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, and other diagnostic equipment 

• Experience selecting electronic components and sensors 

• Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software supporting rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing 

• Experience utilizing Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), and Stereolithography (SLA) additive manufacturing technologies 

• Skilled in soldering and de-soldering electronic components, including Surface Mount Devices (SMD) 

• Familiarity with C, C++, and Python programming languages 

• Adhere to USSOCOM security requirements, cybersecurity requirements, and non-disclosure obligations. 

• Obtain and maintain installation access credentials and Department of Defense Common Access Card credentials, as required. 

• Sign required Non-Disclosure Agreements prior to performance. 

• Be capable of supporting surge operations, contingency activities, and mission-essential requirements when directed. 

Physical Ability to:  

• Ability to work in a laboratory, fabrication, and engineering shop environment. 

• Ability to work around loud industrial equipment and power tools. 

• Ability to safely operate fabrication equipment and engineering support tools. 

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. 

• Ability to support testing events and field activities as required. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, listen, and write. The employee frequently is required to use foot/ankle motions, hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be the best qualified for the position and successfully perform the functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made (if possible) to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Company Background: Seventh Dimension LLC provides focused customer support in two core competencies Training & Support Services. Since 2015, we have provided customers with flexible, adaptable, and creative approaches to solving complex problems. We are a proven prime contractor that understands future operating environments, fiscal constraints, and current force requirements. We are a SDVOSB in North Carolina with a TS Facility Clearance, Secret storage and a DCAA compliant accounting system. 

Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. 

Seventh Dimension, LLC is a Veteran friendly employer and provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.