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Senior SME Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS)

Alakaina Family of Companies
Fort Bragg, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/21/2026 CLOSED ON 4/21/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior SME Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS) position at Alakaina Family of Companies?

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a need for a Senior SME in Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS) to provide research support administration services for our government customer at Ft. Bragg, NC.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist the SGM and Deputy for TT as the UAS/CUAS SME working in collaboration with government partners, academic laboratories, and private industry - to develop new tools and technology in support of the SOF UAS/CUAS
  • Assist in the preparation and development of new requirements documentation to include Initial Capabilities Documents (ICD), Capabilities Development Documents (CDD), SPECAT messages, Basis of Issue Plans (BOIP), Test Plans, and update Project Folders
  • Task include analyzing operational requirements for UAS payloads, deriving relevant technical requirements, designing, prototyping, building, and deployment and support of UAS/CUAS solutions on aggressive timelines in support of SOF
  • Coordinates with the Project Manager and/or Quality Assurance Manager to ensure adequate design specifications and associated documentation and problem resolution for problem reports

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree preferred

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Must have at least twelve (12) years of experience in project management, engineering science, CAD Programming, RF Theory, basic circuit design, additive manufacturing, and CNC Machining with a knowledge of UAS/CUAS techniques, tactics, & procedures in the SOF Community
  • Must have a high level of technical and engineering experience and knowledge of all aspects of unmanned systems operations (with emphasis on non-standard and SOF assets)

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen (Born or Naturalized)
  • Must have Active TS/SCI Clearance

 

​The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

“EOE, including Disability/Vets” OR “Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans”

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kīkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

 

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