Aerospace Engineer

Radiance Technologies, a rapidly growing employee-owned company, is seeking a talented Aerospace Engineer to support the Test and Training Group to support the US Army’s next-generation weapon testing programs. Successful candidate will bridge the gap between engineering and flight operations. Candidate will design, build, and pilot Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) used as live targets. These targets will directly test and evaluate Directed Energy (DE) and Kinetic Weapon Systems. This position offers hands-on engineering experience coupled with real-world flight operations in a dynamic defense environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assemble, modify, and maintain UAS platforms to meet specific target profile requirements

Serve as a remote pilot in command for UAS target flights during live-fire weapon testing

Integrate sensors, tracking aids, and telemetry equipment onto various UAS platforms

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to plan, execute, and analyze live-fire test events

Perform pre-flight inspections, post-flight maintenance, and troubleshooting of UAS hardware and software

Maintain detailed flight logs, maintenance records, and technical build documentation

Fabricate, assemble, install, repair, modify, test, operate, and troubleshoot electrical modules, components, and wire harnesses

Inspect finished products for conformance to specifications

Work from written and verbal instructions

Provide support across multiple projects simultaneously

Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to achieve project objectives

Maintain detailed records of all troubleshooting, assembly, disassembly, and repair procedures

Generate delivery-quality documentation to document best practices and procedures

Execute responsibilities in both laboratory and field environments

Fabricate, assemble, and modify Group 1-3 UAS platforms to serve as dynamic targets for high-energy laser (HEL) and high-power microwave (HPM) open-air/live-fire tests

Check test hardware and software to ensure data are correct

Write detailed test reports and share results with engineers

Travel 25% for extended duration as assigned

Other duties may be assigned

Required Qualifications

US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a clearance

Experience: 2+ years of hands-on technical maintenance or field service experience

Education: Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field

Ability to work in office and outside environment

Ability to adapt to dynamic and frequently changing customer requirements

Ability to work independently to achieve project objectives by deadline

Ability to lift 35 pounds

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency with industry standard operating systems and CAD applications to include SolidWorks or similar

3D printing experience

Some programming experience with MATLAB, C#, C++, or Python

Desired Qualifications

Active DoW Secret security clearance

Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Experience with flight controllers, ground control software, and UAS flight operations

Familiarity with military test ranges or directed energy/kinetic weapon testing environments

Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.