What are the responsibilities and job description for the UAS Engineer position at Avion Solutions, Inc.?
Avion Solutions Inc., an employee-owned company, is seeking candidates for a UAS Engineer to support the US Army Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems (TUAS) program. This position is based in Huntsville, AL.
Job Responsibilities/Duties
Job Responsibilities/Duties
- Airworthiness and technical engineering support to the US Army TUAS programs.
- Review, assess, and provide written assessments regarding the accuracy of technical documentation, including component qualification data, Functional Hazard Analysis, test plans and reports, operators' and maintenance manuals, Critical Safety Items lists, Quality Deficiency Reports, and Engineering Change Proposals.
- Prepare and coordinate documentation, including Airworthiness Releases (AWRs), Airworthiness Qualification Plans (AQPs), and Statements of Airworthiness Qualification (SAQs).
- Attend technical meetings within the Systems Readiness Division (SRD) and the UAS Project Office (PM UAS) and provide technical recommendations and resolutions as needed.
- Coordinate tasks as necessary with the different functional support groups of SRD, including Structures, Mission Equipment, Aeromechanics, and Propulsion, and track progress to meet suspense dates.
- Other duties as assigned.
- BS/MS in engineering from an accredited college/university.
- 8-10 years in aviation/aerospace engineering.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
- Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time. US travel only.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient with microcomputer systems and the Microsoft Office software suite.
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities.
- Possess an eager and determined work ethic centered on honesty and trustworthiness.