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Unmanned Systems (UxS) Subject Matter Expert (SME)

OWT Global:

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Tampa, FL, OWT Global is a small business that offers reliable and operationally proven expertise and support to the U.S. Government, industry partners, and commercial vendors. Named a Top Workplace by the Tampa Bay Times (2022-2025), OWT Global prides itself on offering exceptional, industry-leading services and solutions in a cost-effective manner for Engineering Support, RDT&E, Technical Program, and Project management, operations, logistics, maintenance, testing, and training of Unmanned Systems (UxS), Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Targeting (C5ISRT), and Air Domain Awareness and Defense (ADAD) technologies.

OWT is a proud supporting partner in the DOD SkillBridge program to ensure service members gain valuable industry work experience as the service member transitions from military to industry. The OWT Global team consists of 96% veterans, selectively recruited from the Special Operations, Special Mission Units, and Intelligence Communities with an extensive experience tailored towards supporting efforts in preparation of threats against the United States by great power competitors and by continued operational support to the United States Government in combatting the continued counterterrorism threats world-wide.

With this unique foundation of U.S. military special operations, civilian intelligence agency veterans, and manned and unmanned aircraft pilots and maintainers, OWT Global brings a blend of skills optimized for today’s dynamic operational needs. The OWT Global model pairs technical acumen with operational applications to help drive the development and deployment of technology in a sustainable and affordable way.

Job Summary:

OWT Global is seeking a high-performing UAS SME to provide critical program management and technical advisory support to the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). In this role, you’ll play a key part in advancing AFSOC’s UAS capabilities by providing expert technical advice, program management insight, and operational support. You’ll work directly with program managers to guide UAS operations, acquisition planning, and mission execution, while also getting hands-on with real-world flight operations and testing.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a staff specialist and principal technical advisor for UAS Operations.
• Advise leadership on current UAS tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Assist in identifying and evaluating requirements-based solutions.
• Liaise with stakeholders to align research, development, procurement, and sustainment funding with future program needs.
• Assist as an operator during UAS flight operations, including test, evaluation, and training events.
• Participate in technical evaluations, field tests, and operational demonstrations.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, briefings, and program updates.
• Support development and modification of requirements documentation as necessary.
• Directly interface with customer and USG stakeholders.
• Work in groups or independently with minimal or no supervision.
• Responsible for data management and generation.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and issues and determine technical solutions.

Requirements:

• U.S. citizen
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• 10+ years of experience supporting Department of War (DoW) or Special Operations unmanned systems programs.
• Strong understanding of AFSOC mission sets, operational tempo, and joint/combined force integration. Understanding of OPLANs desired.
• Demonstrated hands-on operational experience with Group 1–3 UAS platforms, including flight operations, testing, or evaluation.
• Experience providing technical and programmatic advisement to program managers and leadership on UAS acquisition, sustainment, and operational employment.
• Working knowledge of mission planning, airspace coordination, and safety/risk management for UAS operations.
• Current or ability to obtain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience preparing professional reports, briefings, and presentations.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support test events, meetings, exercises, and operational demonstrations.

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience:

• Prior military UAS operator, maintainer, or mission commander experience (e.g., RPA/UAS rated pilot/operator, sensor operator, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting AFSOC or other Special Operations Forces (SOF) unmanned programs.
• Experience with weapons integration on UAS (hardware/software integration, release mechanisms, safety interlocks, and certification testing).
• Experience supporting AFSOC, ACC, or other SOF aviation programs, particularly in roles that involved weapons employment or live-fire events.
• Excellent written, verbal, and briefing skills; capable of conveying technical material to senior leaders and non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, aviation technology, management, or a related field — or equivalent combination of military and industry experience (10+ years).

• Previous experience with airborne radar systems
• Previous experience with UAS payload integration
• Previous experience representing, training, or teaching technical and complex equipment.
• Previous experience as a Master Training Specialist in a military component, highly desired.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision
• Short Term/Long Term Disability/Life Insurance/Workers Compensation
• Traditional and Roth 401k plan options

Department: UxS

Primary Location: Hurlburt Field, FL; remote for a select position

Job Type: Full Time

Job Level: UxS Operator SME – Lvl IV

Job Posting: 5 November 2025