sUAS Program Training and Operations Coordinator

About the role

The sUAS Program Training and Operations Coordinator serves as the Marine Corps’ technical advisor for sUAS, C-sUAS, and related Unmanned Systems (UxS) capabilities. Reporting to and receiving work direction from the Government Lead, this position provides enterprise-level leadership for policy development, range safety, training programs, operational integration, lifecycle management, and institutional standards governing the employment of unmanned systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and maintain the institutional sUAS, C-sUAS, and UxS Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for use across all Marine Corps installations.
• Aid in the development and refinement of critical range safety documents, including Limited Range Safety Releases (LRSR) and Safety of Use Memorandums (SOUM), for new and existing unmanned and counter-unmanned systems.
• Provide expert recommendations on policy, equipment, training, and integration strategies to senior Range and Training Area Management (RTAM) and installation leadership.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive lifecycle and fielding plan for standardized sUAS equipment for Marine Corps Range Control organizations, including system recommendations, implementation strategies, and technology modernization.
• Develop and formalize a standardized sUAS operator training program for Government approval and inclusion in the Range Operations Professional Development (ROPD) curricula to ensure compliance and proficiency with adult learning concepts.
• Develop a detailed plan to govern and provide sUAS flights across the Marine Corps for range surveys, data collection, Probabilistic Surface Danger Zone (PSDZ) tool support, and GIS data updates.
• Execute or oversee select sUAS flights to validate new procedures, test equipment, or collect critical data for policy development.
• Obtain all necessary flight clearances and coordinate with Range Control and G-6 to ensure deconfliction of aviation and frequencies for all operations.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (Required)
• Master’s Degree (Preferred)
• FAA part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Skilled in operation of Group 1-2 sUAS)

Education

• Extensive experience with sUAS operations and/or C-sUAS systems within a military or DoW contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of RF spectrum management and coordination processes.
• Experience with emerging C-sUAS technologies and modernization programs.
• Prior military experience in aviation, air defense, electronic warfare, or range operations (Preferred).
• Familiarity with installation-level coordination (G-3/G-6, Range Control, Airspace Management) (Preferred).
• Experience with GIS, LiDAR, and other point-cloud data processing. (Preferred)

Core Skills/Competencies

• Demonstrated experience in writing, staffing, and publishing institutional-level military policy, SOPs, or safety-of-use documentation.
• Expert knowledge of the Marine Corps range safety framework, including an in-depth understanding of Surface Danger Zones (SDZ), Weapon Danger Zones (WDZ), and risk assessment processes.
• Comprehensive understanding of DoW, service-specific, and FAA regulations governing sUAS, C-sUAS, and weaponized drone operations.
• Proven ability to develop and manage lifecycle and fielding plans for new military equipment and technology modernization.
• Skill in applying analytical techniques to appraise programs, identify institutional capability gaps, and formulate policy-based solutions.
• Proficient in computer applications such as Windows and MS Office.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to author complex technical documents, develop and deliver training, and brief senior leaders effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions

• Required to sit or stand for extended periods of time and maintain focus.
• Qualification as an authorized company driver is required.
• All authorized company drivers must have a valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to the company’s auto insurance provider.

Estimated Compensation

$105,000-$132,500

Benefits

Corps Solutions is a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. All hiring decisions are based on nondiscriminatory factors without regard to race, color, religion, disability, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, marital status, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This organization participates in E-Verify. If you require assistance applying for any Corps Solutions' position, please contact a Corps Solutions' representative at careers@corps-solutions.com.