UAS Fabricator

Overview: Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention. The Surety Programs Group (SPG) supports government and private sector management of complex safety, security, and reliability programs for high consequence operations. SPG delivers industry-leading, innovative, and value-added services such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention to help our clients understand and mitigate mission risks spanning physical, cyber, and human domains. SPA has an immediate need for a UAS Builder to work full time, on-site in Bowie, MD. This is an entry-level, hands-on build position. You will manually build Group 1 through Group 3 fixed-wing and multirotor unmanned aircraft, from bare airframe structure through wiring, propulsion, avionics integration, and ground test, working alongside our flight crews and engineers. Prior UAS piloting experience is not required. Responsibilities: The candidate will: Build, assemble, and integrate Group 1, 2, and 3 fixed-wing and multirotor unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) using engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, parts lists, and work instructions. Fabricate, modify, and repair aircraft structures using carbon fiber, fiberglass, wood, foam, adhesives, vacuum bagging, film covering, and 3D-printed components. Build wiring harnesses and power distribution systems by stripping, crimping, soldering, and connecting wires and electrical components. Assemble and install battery systems while following safe procedures for handling, charging, storing, transporting, and disposing of batteries. Install and integrate flight control systems, GPS/GNSS receivers, telemetry radios, RC systems, video equipment, servos, actuators, and payload systems. Configure ArduPilot and PX4 firmware and calibrate sensors, radios, electronic speed controllers (ESCs), and failsafe systems. Test aircraft systems by performing electrical and functional checks, measuring motor thrust and current draw, verifying control surfaces and center of gravity, and testing radio range and failsafe functions. Document test results and support flight crews during test flights. Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft following hard landings or other incidents. This includes identifying problems with airframes, wiring, connectors, and flight systems and reviewing flight logs when needed. Maintain accurate build records, configuration data, serial numbers, inspection reports, and nonconformance documentation. Support inventory management, parts preparation, and tool control while assisting with customer support, aircraft fabrication, maintenance, servicing, and repairs. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace free of foreign object debris (FOD). Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Citizenship and education: U.S. citizen with a high school diploma or GED and the ability t…

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