UAV Test Pilots SURVICE Engineering CompanyUAV Test PilotsChurchville, MD$28–$33 / hourThey have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and they are proud to have supported the development, testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) of many of the major U.S. air, land, and sea combat systems in the field today.
Sr Staff Test Pilot Northrop Grumman CorpSr Staff Test PilotBaltimore, MD$222,700–$334,100 / yearThe above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate''s experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation''s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.
UAS Red Team Pilot CACIUAS Red Team PilotAberdeen Proving Ground, MarylandAs a CACI UAS Red Team Pilot you will be responsible for performing operational responsibilities for COTS UAS fixed-wing and rotary platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems. Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.
NewKing Air Pilot (Deployed) Technology Service CorporationKing Air Pilot (Deployed)Silver Spring, MDWhen evaluating the flight time of applicants meeting the basic qualifications, consideration will be given to, quality, quantity, recent experience, and verifiability of training; complexity of aircraft flown; types of flight operations; and hours flown as PIC in turbine powered aircraft. TSC has immediate openings forpilots to serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) and Second-in-Command (SIC) for civil fisheries enforcement maritime surveillance missions across multiple island locations in the Central and Western Pacific.
Remote Piloted Vehicles (RPV) Pilot TechINT Solutions Group LLCRemote Piloted Vehicles (RPV) PilotBaltimore, MDRemoteHowever, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by TechINT Solution Group, or (c) consistent with TechINT Solutions Group's legal duty to furnish information. TechINT Solutions Group is seeking motivated individuals to work at Aberdeen Proving Grounds for the position of Unmanned Aerial System Pilot, who will operate commercial off the shelf (COTS) remotely piloted vehicles (RPVs), ground stations, and payloads.
Field Project Manager & Remote Pilot in Command American RoboticsField Project Manager & Remote Pilot in CommandSparks Glencoe, MarylandRemoteThe ideal candidate holds a valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, has a proven track record in managing UAS field operations, and demonstrates exceptional organizational and leadership abilities. This dual-role position combines hands-on expertise in UAS operations with advanced project management skills to deliver efficient, high-quality outcomes in diverse applications.
NewPilot, Simulator Trainers, Navigators and, UAV Experience 2026 Lockheed Martin CorporationPilot, Simulator Trainers, Navigators and, UAV Experience 2026Bethesda, MD$89,300–$157,435 / yearPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 - $157,435. Duties in various roles based on team, role and experience may include: -Perform modifications and maintenance on aircraft electrical / avionics systems utilizing tools, blueprints, drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
External Pilot Textron IncExternal PilotHunt Valley, MD$31–$46.29 / hourDuties include but are not limited to; assisting project engineering with all aspects of new product integration, implementation, and testing in both ground and flight environments, support of new integration flight tests, customer training and support, system capability demonstration flights, and New Aircraft Check Out (NACO) of production UAS platforms at operational locations around the globe. Recruiting Company: Textron Systems Primary Location: US-Maryland-Hunt Valley Job Function: Flight Operations Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Experienced Shift: First Shift Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time Job Posting: 05/27/2026, 8:40:19 PM Job Number: 342357.
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5193) Shield AI IncSenior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5193)Washington, DC$233,760–$350,640 / yearYou'll partner closely with the Aircraft team, Autonomy Capabilities, Perception, GCS, Strategic Systems (ACP), engineering leadership, customer/program offices, and operational users to ensure Expeditionary autonomy continues to evolve while remaining reliable in operational environments. We combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., ViDAR, ATR), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on these platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware - for U.S. and international defense customers.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5208) Shield AI IncSenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5208)Washington, DC$163,200–$244,800 / yearIn this role, you'll develop new autonomy capabilities - including mission behaviors, platform-specific control (including VTOL transitions), multi-agent coordination, contingencies, and executive autonomy - and own major features from software-in-the-loop, to hardware-in-the-loop, to vehicle-in-the-loop, to live flight test. We combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., ViDAR, ATR), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on these platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware - for U.S. and international defense customers.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175) Shield AI IncManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175)DC$220,000–$330,000 / yearCollaboration Across Teams & Partners - Act as a primary technical interface with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, the GCS team, feature crews, the Strategic Systems (ACP) portfolio (whose existing mission autonomy solution underpins X-BAT), and customer/program offices (U.S. and international services); author and negotiate ICDs and interface contracts rather than just consume them. Develop & Field Autonomy - Develop & integrate autonomy software solutions onto V-BAT, including payload and sensor integration (e.g., payload computer bring-up, ViDAR, EO/IR), integration with the custom V-BAT autopilot and its control modes (e.g., HSA, waypoint), multi-agent coordination, and customer release cadence - and lead a small team through the design, development, and delivery of a major capability or program.
Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5208) Shield AI IncStaff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5208)Washington, DC$195,200–$292,800 / yearWe combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., ViDAR, ATR), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on these platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware - for U.S. and international defense customers. The team also builds autonomy for X-BAT, a new platform under development by the aircraft team; for X-BAT, the team builds on top of the existing mission autonomy solution from the Strategic Systems (ACP) portfolio and works closely with the aircraft team on the flight-autonomy interface.
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5398) Shield AI IncSenior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5398)Washington, DC$233,760–$350,640 / yearThe Autonomous Pilot Integration team for Emerging Domains builds autonomy solutions for new platforms and mission profiles outside Shield AI's established portfolios-including space (satellites, missile defense), maritime (USV and UUV integration), and contested logistics (unmanned helicopters and related autonomous resupply platforms). You'll solve the organization's most complex technical challenges, influence engineering strategy across organizations, and partner with engineering leadership, platform teams, and customer stakeholders to shape the future of Shield AI's next generation of autonomy portfolios.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Weapons (R5427) Shield AI IncSenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Weapons (R5427)Washington, DC$163,200–$244,800 / yearCollaboration Across Teams & Partners - Partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners to deliver integrated autonomy capabilities. We combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., track fusion), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on launched effects platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware-for U.S. and international defense customers.
Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5401) Shield AI IncStaff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5401)Washington, DC$195,200–$292,800 / yearThe Autonomous Pilot Integration team for Emerging Domains builds autonomy solutions for new platforms and mission profiles outside Shield AI's established portfolios-including space (satellites, missile defense), maritime (USV and UUV integration), and contested logistics (unmanned helicopters and related autonomous resupply platforms). You'll own challenging integration efforts, influence technical direction across multiple subsystems, and work closely with platform teams and cross-functional engineering organizations to transition early R&D efforts into scalable, operational capabilities.
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Weapons (R5398) Shield AI IncSenior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Weapons (R5398)Washington, DC$233,760–$350,640 / yearYou'll solve the organization's most complex integration challenges, influence long-term technical strategy, and partner with engineering leadership, the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, autopilot vendors, C2 providers, and customer stakeholders to deliver autonomy capabilities that perform reliably in operational environments. Collaboration Across Teams & Partners - Build strong technical partnerships across the Autonomy Capabilities team, Perception team, feature crews, autopilot vendors, C2 providers, customer organizations, and engineering leadership; influence architecture and technical direction beyond the portfolio.
Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Weapons (R5400) Shield AI IncStaff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Weapons (R5400)Washington, DC$195,200–$292,800 / yearCollaboration Across Teams & Partners - Serve as a primary technical interface with the Autonomy Capabilities team, Perception team, feature crews, autopilot vendors, C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners; influence interface definitions and coordinate integration across organizations. We combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., track fusion), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on launched effects platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware-for U.S. and international defense customers.
Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration Shield AI IncStaff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot IntegrationDC$187,531–$281,297 / yearCollaboration Across Teams - Act as a primary technical interface with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, and external partners (platform integrators, vehicle/autopilot control vendors, C2 providers); author and negotiate ICDs and interface contracts rather than just consume them. At this level, you'll also serve as a technical leader within the team - leading a small feature crew or sub-program through design, integration, and delivery, mentoring mid-level engineers, and representing the team directly to capability teams and external partners.
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration Shield AI IncSenior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot IntegrationDC$228,000–$342,000 / yearHardware/Software Debugging - Diagnose and resolve integration issues across complex autonomy stacks, payload computers, and embedded systems in lab and field environments - including memory, CPU, and timing profiling under operationally-representative loads. Mentorship & Growth - Mentor senior engineers and other team leads; provide cross-functional mentorship to engineers in adjacent departments; help shape the leveling and career bar for the team and the broader engineering organization.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5176) Shield AI IncManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5176)DC$220,000–$330,000 / yearDevelop & Field Autonomy - Develop & integrate autonomy software solutions onto emerging-domain platforms - satellites, USVs/UUVs, unmanned helicopters, and similar - including platform and autopilot integration, payload and sensor integration, mission behaviors, and validation across software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, vehicle-in-the-loop, and live test events. Job Description: The Autonomous Pilot Integration team for emerging domains builds autonomy solutions for new platforms and mission profiles outside Shield AI's established portfolios - including space (satellites, missile defense), maritime (USV and UUV integration), and contested logistics (unmanned helicopters and related autonomous resupply platforms).
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration Shield AI IncSenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot IntegrationDC$160,000–$240,000 / yearCollaboration Across Teams - Work closely with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, and external partners (platform integrators, vehicle/autopilot control vendors, C2 providers) to deliver and validate mission-critical functionality on time. Hardware/Software Debugging - Diagnose and resolve integration issues across complex autonomy stacks, payload computers, and embedded systems in lab and field environments - including memory, CPU, and timing profiling under operationally-representative loads.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration (R5153) Shield AI IncManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration (R5153)DC$220,000–$330,000 / yearCollaboration Across Teams & Partners - Act as a primary technical interface with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners (including embedded contractor engineers and U.S. or international government program offices); author and negotiate ICDs and interface contracts rather than just consume them. Develop & Field Autonomy - Develop & integrate autonomy software solutions onto launched effects platforms, including payload computer bring-up, autopilot integration (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), multi-agent coordination, and fleet-scale deployment to disconnected or air-gapped environments - and lead a small team through the design, development, and delivery of a major capability or program.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5423) Shield AI IncSenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5423)Washington, DC$163,200–$244,800 / yearThe Autonomous Pilot Integration team for Emerging Domains builds autonomy solutions for new platforms and mission profiles outside Shield AI's established portfolios-including space (satellites, missile defense), maritime (USV and UUV integration), and contested logistics (unmanned helicopters and related autonomous resupply platforms). Develop & Field Autonomy - Develop and integrate autonomy software onto emerging-domain platforms, including platform and autopilot integration, payload and sensor integration, mission behaviors, multi-agent coordination, and validation through software-, hardware-, vehicle-, and live testing.
Technical Lead - Building Decarbonization Research & Pilots Steven Winter AssociatesTechnical Lead - Building Decarbonization Research & PilotsWashington, DC$110,000–$155,000 / yearWe endeavor to create a workplace where people feel empowered to act; a safe place where people are open to discussing different views; ongoing education opportunities around diversity, equity, and inclusion; and to build a culture of belonging and accountability. Responsibilities include project meetings, technical analysis, site visits, and field investigations at active construction sites and occupied buildings.
Pilot (First Officer) - East Region NetJets Inc.Pilot (First Officer) - East RegionBaltimore, MD$86,015–$117,706 / yearGreets Owners/passengers pre-flight, makes introductions and briefs them on the specific flight/trip and verifies itinerary/provides passengers with weather updates and safety briefings and explains any changes to itinerary. Acts as a liaison for Owners/ passengers and NetJets from the time the Owners/passengers arrive at the FBO until they have safely landed at their final destination and have departed the final FBO.
UAS Pilot / Operator / FSR American RoboticsUAS Pilot / Operator / FSRSparks, MarylandTeam collaboration on flight operations, travel schedule, waiver submissions, site surveys, improving safety and day-to-day processes. Proficient in using software for flight planning, data / flight log analysis, parameter files, and image / video editing.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration Shield AISenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot IntegrationWashington, DCCollaboration Across Teams — Work closely with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, and external partners (platform integrators, vehicle/autopilot control vendors, C2 providers) to deliver and validate mission-critical functionality on time. • Hardware/Software Debugging — Diagnose and resolve integration issues across complex autonomy stacks, payload computers, and embedded systems in lab and field environments — including memory, CPU, and timing profiling under operationally-representative loads.
UAS Red Team Pilot CACI International IncUAS Red Team PilotAberdeen Proving Ground, MD$75,200–$158,100 / yearThe Opportunity: As a CACI UAS Red Team Pilot you will be responsible for performing operational responsibilities for COTS UAS fixed-wing and rotary platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems. Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.
Data Scientist -AI Pilots Optima Global SolutionsData Scientist -AI PilotsWashington, DCRemoteSporting scalable and diverse business solutions expertise along with deep-domain based resourcing capabilities, Optima has a specialization in Automation and AI, Strategic Staffing and Custom Solutions Development, focusing on the core pillars of process, people, strategy and transformation. The Data Scientist will work within an Agile delivery team to build working prototypes, integrate automation tools and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), and translate business needs into deployable technical solutions.
Mission Operations Product Manager Anduril Industries IncMission Operations Product ManagerDC$166,000–$220,000 / yearWork collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, test engineers, and program managers, to define test requirements and ensure alignment between system capabilities and mission objectives in complex operational scenarios. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process.
Staff Systems Engineer - Flight Test Director Northrop Grumman CorpStaff Systems Engineer - Flight Test DirectorBaltimore, MD$169,000–$253,600 / yearNorthrop Grumman Mission Systems' Engineering & Science (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) division is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to serve as a Flight Test Director and join our team of qualified, diverse individuals; and to work on exciting new opportunities within the Integration and Test Directorate. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline with 12 years of related experience OR Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of related experience or a PhD in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related experience.
Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator U.S. Department of Homeland SecurityUnmanned Aircraft Systems OperatorLandover, MD$85,447–$158,322 / yearCurrent competitive service Federal employees with career or career-conditional tenure, Agency/ lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program eligibles (CTAP/ICTAP), Reinstatement, Land and Base Management, Schedule A (Persons with Disabilities), 30% or More Disabled Veterans, Military Spouses, OPM Interchange Agreements, Veterans Recruitment Appointment (GS-11), Veterans Employment Opportunities Act. Joining the Secret Service, Office of Technical Operations, Aviation and Airspace Security Division will allow you to develop, coordinate, and implement airspace security plans for sites visited by the President and Vice President of the United States or other designated USSS protectees.
Systems Engineer, Journeyman KAIROS IncSystems Engineer, JourneymanPax River, MD$100,000–$145,000 / yearThis position will be onsite in Pax River, MD.Established in July 2013, KAIROS, Inc. is a growing Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) providing full life cycle Cybersecurity, Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, Additive Manufacturing, and Training and Education services focused on optimizing customers’ program performance and mission through proven methodologies and ethical practices. The program is providing systems engineering support of weapons systems on various platforms, including technical research and development of technologies, analysis, and documentation as part of the acquisition of Aircraft, Weapon, and Integrated Systems and the evaluation of their technical performance, mission suitability and associated acquisition risks throughout the full acquisition process and lifecycle of a program.
QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST Department of the ArmyQUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALISTEdgewood, MD$70,623–$91,815 / yearGENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience in fields such as quality control, quality inspection, maintenance, and test and evaluation that provided (1) familiarity with quality assurance or related work, (2) pertinent product or process knowledge and skill, (3) ability to interpret and apply contract requirements and engineering specifications, and (4) skill in dealing with others in person-to-person work relationships. Specialized experience includes experience, education, or training, involving principles, techniques, and accepted practices of quality assurance work (i.e., the application of statistical sampling techniques sufficient to perform assignments or preparation of technical reports on quality levels to identify specific problems).