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US Department of the Navy

PROGRAM ANALYST

Mayport, FL · On-site

$125K/yr

Experience performing senior-level expertise in DoW program of budget management, specifically ... Experience conducting technical and operational familiarity with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS ...

General Atomics

Engineer VI

Poway, CA · On-site

$116K - $208K/yr

... into Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). Agile Mission Systems (AMS) at GA-ASI in San Diego, CA is a ... management. * Familiarity with international defense programs and export compliance regulations.

Parsons Corporation

$112K - $196K/yr

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Program Lead to join our team! In this role, you will serve as the senior program manager and primary interface to the U.S.

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How much do unmanned aerial systems uas program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for unmanned aerial systems uas program manager in the United States is $102,067.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Unmanned Aerial Systems Uas Program Manager vs UAS Operations Specialist?

AspectUnmanned Aerial Systems Uas Program ManagerUAS Operations Specialist
CredentialsProject management certifications, UAV pilot licensesUAV pilot licenses, technical certifications
Work EnvironmentProject planning, coordination, oversightField operations, drone piloting, data collection
Industry UsageProgram development, strategic managementOperational deployment, mission execution

The Unmanned Aerial Systems Uas Program Manager focuses on managing UAV programs, overseeing projects, and coordinating teams. In contrast, the UAS Operations Specialist handles the hands-on operational tasks, flying drones and collecting data. Both roles require UAV certifications but differ in scope and responsibilities within the UAV industry.

Infographic showing various Unmanned Aerial Systems Uas Program Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,067 per year, or $49.1 per hour.

Systems Engineer, Air Vehicle Systems, Active Clearance

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

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9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Anduril

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7.4

Company rating compared to similar companies: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

ABOUT THE JOB

WHY WE'RE HERE:

The systems engineering team is looking for an experienced system engineer to lead systems engineering for a Group 5 aircraft program at Anduril. The ideal candidate will have experience working with complex unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and ideally will have a strong background in at least one area of expertise (e.g. avionics, software, propulsion, communications, etc.). In addition to a strong technical background, the ideal candidate will also have experience using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools to develop design artifacts for unmanned systems.

WHAT YOU'LL DOWe are hiring a Systems Engineer to join at the early development stage of a Group 5 autonomous aircraft. You will:
  • Shape customer needs into air vehicle and subsystem requirements in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Develop System Engineering artifacts, including system model, to trace from stakeholder inputs through design in a digital thread. Incorporate input from system safety, software engineering, and other disciplines to shape system architecture.
  • Lead program team through systems engineering reviews including System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design review, and Critical Design Review.
  • Communicate and manage program risks in conjunction with Chief Engineer and Program Management.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • B.S. in aerospace, mechanical, computer science or similar engineering or technical field
  • 2+ years Systems Engineering Experience across the life cycle for an UAS with specific focus on aircraft systems
  • Familiarity and experience with the following standards and handbooks: MIL-HDBK-516C, MIL-STD-882E, ARP-4761, ARP-4754A, DO-178C, DO-254, MIL-STD-881
  • Experience developing subsystem and component requirements and interfaces
  • Experience with Systems Engineering, Requirements Elicitation and Management, Integration, and Test Activities on complex systems - DoD Weapon Systems, Space Systems, etc...
  • Experience with SysML, DoDAF, UAFP, or similar
  • Experience developing various model based system engineering artifacts - Operational Viewpoints, System Viewpoints, activity diagrams, use case diagrams, BDDs, IBDs, parametric diagrams, etc...
  • Outstanding communication skills to include presentation of developed artifacts
  • Experience leading systems engineering efforts on developmental programs.
  • Must hold an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in at least one of the following aircraft areas of expertise: avionics, electrical power systems, communications, propulsion, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems
  • Experience with Cameo MagicDraw or similar systems engineering software (Rhapsody, SparxEA, etc...)
  • Experience with Digital Engineering workflows and Integrated Modeling Environments (i.e. Teamwork Cloud)
  • Demonstrated High ownership and autonomy across the end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle.
  • Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

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As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril delivers cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the warfighter in months, not years.

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Anduril Industries is a trailblazer in the technology industry based in Costa Mesa, CA, US. Founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, the creator of Oculus VR, the company focuses on developing innovative technology to equip and empower those in the defense sector. Its primary products include cutting-edge autonomous systems and AI software that assist in combating threats to national and global security. The mission of Anduril Industries is to integrate technology and defense by building transformative, scalable solutions that ensure a safer world.

Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Costa Mesa, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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