Production & Systems Engineer - SME (C-UAS)

i3 is seeking a highly skilled Production and Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to drive the development, integration, and optimization of advanced C-UAS technologies. The position will be responsible for end-to-end system design, ensuring manufacturability, operational reliability, and performance.

• Lead systems engineering processes, ensuring robust system architectures and seamless integration.
• Develop and refine requirements, specifications, and verification plans for CUAS technologies.
• Oversee manufacturing workflows, assembly, and production optimization while maintaining system integrity.
• Implement model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies to enhance design and development. (Preferred)
• Manage trade studies, risk analysis, and performance validation to ensure optimal CUAS functionality.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with S&T, software, hardware, and user teams.
• Conduct and Lead Failure Review Boards, failure mode analysis (FMEA), root-cause investigations, and system reliability improvements.
• Ensure compliance with DoD standards, MIL-SPECs, and aerospace regulations.
• Lead testing, integration, and validation efforts to ensure CUAS effectiveness in real-world scenarios.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in C-UAS, defense, aerospace, or complex systems engineering.
• Deep expertise in production, quality, systems engineering, system architecture, integration, and lifecycle management.
• Strong knowledge of sensor fusion, electronic warfare, and RF signal processing. (Preferred)
• Experience in hardware/software integration, cybersecurity, and data link communications. (Preferred)
• U.S Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance (preferred Active Clearance).

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.  

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!