Unmanned Systems Expert (Defense Advisory / Taiwan Project)

Culmen is looking for an Unmanned Systems Expert (Defense Advisory /Project)

to support a team in providing Unmanned Systems (UxS) and capability-based planning to assist the Partner Nation in the development and operationalization of a national-level Special Operations  Forces (SOF) Concept. This project is anticipated to have a start date of October 15, 2025, with an estimated level of effort of 280 hours through March 2026.

Remote work with limited travel (November 2025 and January 2026). 

The SME will contribute to workshops and advisory sessions designed to help SOF:

• Identify trends, strategic guidance, and operational challenges within a joint and whole-of-government framework.
• Develop the SOF approach, central ideas, and required capabilities—including UxS Capability Areas and DOTMLPF-P considerations.
• Explore operational challenges in littoral, stay-behind, and contested electromagnetic environments.
• Define and refine UxS Capability Areas, supporting capabilities, and performance measures.
• Support institutional development of a sustainable SOF UxS program aligned with national defense priorities.

• Demonstrated experience in Unmanned Systems (UxS) development, operations, and policy formulation.

• Proven ability to support partner-nation advisory efforts and capability-based planning.

• Knowledge of lifecycle management, sustainment, and asset visibility for UxS.

• Experience conducting joint concept development, TTXs, and doctrine/policy formulation.

• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field (e.g., aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or robotics).

• Remote Pilot Certificate or equivalent professional certification.

• Practical experience in real-world UxS operations with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Prior experience operating in high-threat environments.

• Familiarity with Counter-UxS systems, associated doctrine, and lessons learned.

• Experience integrating conventional and special operations to optimize campaign effectiveness.

Culmen International is committed to enhancing international safety and security, 
strengthening homeland defense, advancing humanitarian missions, and optimizing government operations. With experience in over 150 countries, Culmen supports our clients to accomplish critical missions in challenging environments.

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