--- title: C sUAS Systems Engineer at Chenega Corporation description: Chenega Corporation is hiring for the C sUAS Systems Engineer role in Arlington, VA. Pays $128K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/c-suas-systems-engineer-at-chenega-corporation-01a104aa-9337-7665-9637-35a4231219e7 date: 2026-10-04T02:17:01Z og_description: Join Chenega Corporation as C sUAS Systems Engineer in Arlington, VA. Pays $128K per year. Temporary role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/wnenh8.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Chenega Corporation | | **Location** | Arlington, VA | | **Salary** | $128K/yr | | **Type** | Temporary | | **Posted** | Oct 02, 2026 | ## Description **Summary** The **C-sUAS Systems Engineer** provides technical expertise and operational support for Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) detection technologies. This role is responsible for sustaining, analyzing, and optimizing sensor system performance to ensure mission readiness, improve detection and tracking capabilities, and support evolving operational requirements. The ideal candidate brings deep experience with advanced sensor technologies, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across government and industry teams. **Responsibilities** - Monitor and evaluate the performance of C-UAS sensor systems to ensure operational effectiveness and compliance with quality assurance standards. - Analyze system data and performance metrics to identify trends, improve detection capabilities, and maintain optimal system readiness. - Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and government to cyber harden systems to maximize system availability - Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and government to integrate sensor systems and effectors in common operational picture and command and control system - Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and government to field new technology and implement system modernization initiatives - Assess sensor performance and develop recommendations to reduce false alarms while enhancing detection accuracy and reliability. - Maintain, update, and manage system performance databases and related analytical records. - Prepare and present technical reports, findings, and recommendations to government stakeholders and program leadership. - Support technology assessments of current and emerging sensor capabilities to inform future operational requirements. - Coordinate with government, engineering, and operational teams to address technical issues and implement system improvements. - Other duties as assigned **Qualifications** *Minimum Qualifications:*  - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. - Minimum of 15 years of experience evaluating, assessing, and supporting current and emerging sensor technologies. - Minimum of 10 years of experience with C-sUAS detection and mitigation systems. - Proven ability to analyze complex technical data and develop actionable recommendations. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences. - Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team - Successfully pass background and drug screening *Preferred Qualifications:* - Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field. - Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs, operations, or customers. - Familiarity with technology sustainment, system lifecycle management, and operational readiness assessments. *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:* - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and related business applications. - Strong technical writing, briefing, and communication skills. - Ability to manage installation, maintenance, and sustainment activities while meeting project schedules and performance requirements. - Experience troubleshooting and resolving issues associated with complex sensor, detection, or electronic security systems. - Ability to collaborate effectively within integrated government and contractor teams. - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment. - Understanding of quality assurance processes, performance monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. **Estimated Salary/Wage** USD $128,000.00/Yr. ## Skills - Alarm Systems - Cyber Security - Multidisciplinary Team - Decision Making - Performance Measurement - Analytical Skills - Systems Engineering - Problem Solving - Critical Thinking - Technical Writing - Sustainment - Command and Control (C2) Systems - Sensor Systems - Performance Monitoring - Software Development Life Cycle - Electronic Security Systems - Small-Unmanned Aerial Systems (S-uas) - Microsoft Office - Leadership - Maintenance - Organizational Skills - Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-uas) - Electrical Engineering - Quality Assurance - Communication - Operational Readiness - Databases - Quality Assurance Methodologies ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/c-suas-systems-engineer-at-chenega-corporation-01a104aa-9337-7665-9637-35a4231219e7?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - 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