FPV Drone UAS & MQT Instructor

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and instruct FPV training curriculum
• Support NSWG-1 and NSWG-2 courses of instruction (COIs)
• Plan and facilitate training events, including coordination of facilities, airspace, and range access
• Conduct weekly currency flights and provide technical support (repairs, troubleshooting, system maintenance)
• Schedule airspace, ranges, and facilities; support material inputs for FPV procurement and sustainment
• Establish and validate proficiency standards, including simulated and live flight hours and integrated strike capabilities
• Integrate current UAS components and software; maintain awareness of evolving tactical applications
• Ensure accurate flight logging and documentation following all training events
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship with a valid U.S. passport throughout the period of performance
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC)
• Ability to meet UAS flight physical requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
• Minimum 3+ years of experience flying, troubleshooting, and repairing FPV systems across multiple UAS platforms in contested environments
• Minimum 3+ years of experience with Betaflight and FPV simulator software
• Experience developing and executing training curriculum for both foundational and advanced UAS operations in combat or contested environments
• Hands-on experience with soldering PCBAs and electrical wiring integration
• Experience working in cross-functional DoD teams
• Experience evaluating and integrating emerging FPV/sUAS/cUAS technologies
• Experience integrating operational payloads and communication pathways into UAS platforms
• Familiarity with counter-UAS tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Recent, hands-on experience with kinetic FPV systems and associated employment techniques

Experience Requirements

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform duties in non-sedentary environments, including walking, standing, climbing shipboard stairs, stooping, and bending
• Able to lift to 50 pounds
• Capability to operate in austere environments, including desert, jungle, maritime, and uneven terrain
• Adequate vision and hearing to safely perform job duties
• Must provide medical readiness documentation from a qualified healthcare provider

Benefits

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare with a 50% employer contribution.
• Insurance Protection: Competitive short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, and Workers’ Compensation coverage.
• Retirement Plans: Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with a 4% employer match through John Hancock with immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, including 160 hours of PTO and 11 days of paid holiday leave.