Autonomy Operations Support Specialist- Clearance Eligible - Ft. Walton Beach, FL (Hybrid/Near Eglin AFB)
EpiSci
Customer Service, Operations
Eglin AFB, FL, USA
Posted on Oct 15, 2024
Are you ready to take the helm in shaping the future of tactical mission autonomy, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with trailblazers who are turning cutting-edge dreams into tangible reality? As a vital member of the growing EpiSci team, your influence will be immediate and transformative as we propel towards a future where security and autonomy unite in unprecedented ways.
EpiSci isn't just another company; we're a rapidly ascending force of innovation, forging ahead with next-gen tactical mission autonomy technologies that span defense, aerospace, and commercial domains. At our core, we wield the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, autonomy algorithms, wireless communications, and digital signal processing to surmount the most formidable national security challenges. Our Tactical AI prowess is nothing short of extraordinary, offering robustness, dependability, and a rapid adaptability that thrives on the frontlines of emerging missions and obstacles. Picture developing AI aviators for cutting-edge aircraft like the F-22 and F-16, revolutionizing wireless tactical communication systems, and fueling the skies with swarms of autonomous UAVs supercharged by sensor fusion.
We understand and cherish the richness that diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the table. At EpiSci, we wholeheartedly invite every exceptional individual, regardless of their journey, to join our ranks and become a driving force behind the secure and autonomous world of tomorrow. Your future at EpiSci awaits—ignite your potential and let's redefine what's possible, together.
Don't meet every single requirement? At EpiSci, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you're excited about this role but your previous experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at EpiSci.
Core Responsibilities
- Organize, schedule, prepare, and deliver Mobile Command Center to test events.
- Maintain fleet of multiple advanced surrogate aircraft.
- Coordinate with vehicle hardware providers and test range resources to ensure efficient test execution.
- Perform remote Pilot-in-Command functions as a FAR Part-107 certified operator.
- Support delivery and deployment of autonomy capabilities to operational customers.
- Collaborate with operators and Human Machine Interface developer teams to incorporate user feedback into autonomy visualization tools.
- Integrate autonomy software into hardware in collaboration with autonomy engineers that supports full integration with aircraft autopilots, datalinks, sensors, PNT/GPS/INS, ground control stations, etc.
- Support live flight test of autonomy software on group 1-5 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
- Collaborate with 3rd party UAS vehicle vendors on the integration of EpiSci autonomy software onto OEM UAS hardware.
- Collaborate with domain experts and prior DoD warfighters (ex. DoD fighter pilots) to build software autonomy solutions for military missions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science/related engineering field.
- 3-5 years of hands-on experience supporting hardware integration during operations
- FAR Part-107 License
- Technical Requirements:
- Experience planning, designing and executing small UAS test events.
- Additional Requirements:
- Passion for supporting teams solving complex problems with little supervision
- Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, frequently changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment.
- Excellent communication, and documentation skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
- Travel Requirements
- Must be willing to travel as projects requires. Estimated average travel is once every other month for between 2 days up to 1 week. (~20%)
- Location Requirements
- This position requires that you be located within a drivable distance to Fort Walton Beach and Eglin Air Force Base in the Gulf Coast of Florida. The position is still hybrid: expect 2-3 days a week to be in the office, 2-3 days a week at home.
- Security Requirements
- (MANDATORY) Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- (MANDATORY) Must be eligible for a U.S. SECRET security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in computer science/engineering field
- 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting hardware integration during operations
- Technical Requirements:
- Familiarity with software-in-the-loop (SIL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) development and testing.
- Experience working projects related to national security for one or more government agencies.
- Interdisciplinary background, with evidence of continual learning.
- Security Requirements
- (MANDATORY) Must be eligible for a U.S. SECRET security clearance.
- Additional Requirements:
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
EpiSci is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We value our differences and we’re excited to learn what you can add to our team.
Don't meet every single requirement? At EpiSci, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you're excited about this role but your previous experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at EpiSci.