UAS Operating and Training Specialist

· Conduct safe and effective Group 1-3 UAS flight operations in support of operational, training, and test activities.

· Support and conduct hands-on training for new and existing UAS operators on multiple UAS platforms.

· Conduct in-house instructor development and refresher training.

· Support the development, maintenance, and improvement of UAS training materials, flight procedures, qualification standards, compliance requirements, and instructional guides.

· Evaluate operator proficiency and provide mentorship, coaching, and remediation as required.

· Support the development and execution of internal and external operator certification and qualification programs.

· Execute mission planning, pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight activities for operational and training missions.

· Support domestic and international deployment operations, including travel to austere and high-threat environments up to 30% of the time.

· Conduct operational checks, troubleshooting, and sustainment activities for UAS equipment and payloads.

· Support test and evaluation activities involving emerging UAS and C-UAS technologies.

· Coordinate with government stakeholders, vendors, and operational personnel during mission execution and training events.

· Prepare mission summaries, situational reports, executive summaries, and briefing materials for leadership.

· Operate in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while maintaining safety, professionalism, and mission effectiveness.