UAS Systems Design, Integration and Test Engineer

COLSA Corporation is hiring for a UAS Systems Design Integration and Test Engineer position to join our growing UAS team. The UAS Systems Design Integration and Test Engineer will serve as the engineering and technical specialist in a dynamic fast-paced development environment. The engineer will lead and support the design fabrication integration and testing of Groups I II and III multi-rotor fixed-wing and rotor-based/coaxial aircraft. Responsibilities include hands-on system assembly payload integration software configuration developmental flight testing and maintenance. This role requires a blend of technical expertise operational flight proficiency and leadership in supporting Department of Defense (DoD) projects.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as lead operator and pilot for UAS flight operations acting as both External Pilot (EP) and Internal Pilot (IP) for manual Acro/FPV and autonomous flight profiles.
• Leads the integration testing and troubleshooting of UAS avionics payloads data links and ground control systems.
• Performs hands-on fabrication modification and repair of UAS airframes and components using composites polymers and metals.
• Utilizes CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks Autodesk) and rapid prototyping equipment such as 3D printers CNC machinery and laser/water jet cutters to create and refine components.
• Develops documents and executes comprehensive test plans for developmental flight research projects system modifications and new payload evaluations.
• Coordinates with cross-functional teams to advance research and development initiatives from concept to operational deployment.
• Develops and delivers flight and maintenance training curricula for military customers including DoD personnel.
• Manages and maintains a fleet of diverse UAS platforms ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
• Serves as a technical subject matter expert providing guidance on UAS capabilities limitations and system architecture.

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