US
$85,447 – $158,322
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role operates small unmanned aircraft for the Secret Service's protection missions, conducting aerial surveillance and threat detection for presidential and VIP security operations. The position involves flying drones, analyzing sensor data, developing flight plans, and supporting real-time protective activities across multiple classification levels.
Our summary, not U.S. Secret Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience operating or maintaining unmanned aircraft systems, OR a doctoral degree, OR equivalent combination of experience and graduate education (for GS-11 entry)
- Current federal employees applying for promotion must meet time-in-grade requirements and provide SF-50 documentation
Nice to have
- Participation in preparation of operational reports or summaries
- Experience with Unmanned Aerial Systems training delivery
- Knowledge of counter-UAS procedures