Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) Instructor

QinetiQ Security & Defence Contractors; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company in Lincoln is seeking an experienced instructor to deliver operational training and support various UAS projects. The role emphasizes dynamic individuals with a military background and the ability to teach and improve training delivery. Initial contract is for 3 years with the possibility of permanency. Benefits include extensive leave, medical insurance, and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays

Company provided private medical and dental insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Annual profit and performance related pay scheme

Generous death in service (100k)

Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in the operation of UAS in the land environment is highly desirable.
• At least 2 years of logged UAS operations experience in a civil capacity will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Deliver UAS operational training and tactics in accordance with DSAT methodology.
• Support the growth of an existing team involved in Mini or Small UAS projects.

Skills

Experienced Fixed Wing and Multi-Rotor UAS operator

Experience in teaching or instructing others

Valid Driving Licence

Education

Instructor Qualifications: accredited to Level 3 Award in Education

Civilian (CAA) UAS Qualifications GVC, MR and FW

Job description

THE COMPANY

We are a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company that design develop and deliver some of the worlds most advanced defence related training products and services.

We were recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. We have been listed as one of the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK and Midlands by Best Companies several times as well as achieving Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation and a rating of world‑class for our employee engagement on a number of occasions. We are also proud to have been honoured with two Queens Awards for Enterprise in Innovation for our next‑generation GECO military mission planning system.

As part of a unique and specialist defence company our friendly team consists of experienced and highly capable individuals working together with a mature can do work ethic. Our central business functions are located in an easily accessible bright and modern head office to the west of Lincoln alongside our mission systems team while the majority of our operational specialists are embedded alongside our Defence customers.

THE ROLE

We are looking for an existing instructor with experience in training delivery and lesson writing to support the growth of an existing team supporting a number of programmes and projects especially in the Mini or Small UAS and Tactical RPAS categories. The projects you will be involved in will be UK based but as part of the Inzpire team there may be opportunities to be involved in wider projects across UK Defence, International and Civil UAS opportunities.

The role will be varied in focus and will include design and delivery of UAS operational training and tactics in accordance with current Defence System Approach to Training (DSAT) methodology.

We have an immediate vacancy with a start date in the 36‑month timeframe. Please let us know your availability when contacting us.

The immediate role will initially be on a 3‑year fixed term contract but with aspiration to offer permanent roles if the opportunity arises. Training will be provided to qualify and certify a successful applicant on each UAS type needed for their instructional role.

THE PERSON

Inzpire is looking for dynamic proactive individuals with a can do attitude who are capable of working within a military training environment with minimal supervision and are keen to contribute their own experience suggesting ideas to continually improve the training delivery.

At the time the role will require flexible working or shift work in support of our customers training needs. Prior military or a uniformed service background is highly desirable especially in the operation of UAS in the land environment; all services and cap badges will be considered. Additionally if further UAS experience has been gained after leaving military service in a civil capacity this will also be considered we are also keen to build on the experience of highly experienced civilian UAS Pilots who may not have served in the military but have outstanding skills and experience in UAS operations.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Experienced Fixed Wing and Multi-Rotor UAS operator (evidenced with Logbook).
• Experience in teaching or instructing others.
• Valid Driving Licence.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Military Experience.
• Civil UAS Operations Experience at least 2 years of logged UAS operations.
• Letter of Recommendation from military chain of command or past civil UAS employer.
• A2 CofC.
• Civilian (CAA) UAS Qualifications GVC, MR and FW (both essential for some roles).
• Mini/Small-UAS Instructional Experience (e.g. Wasp/Desert Hawk 3/Puma/Eagle or equivalent).
• Military RPAS or Tactical UAS Pilot / Sensor Operator experience.
• Instructor Qualifications: accredited to Level 3 Award in Education are highly desirable but other instructional qualifications will be considered including Defence Train the Trainer (DTTT) or Aircrew Instructor Course (AIC) qualifications etc.
• Familiarity with JSP822 Defence System Approach to Training (DSAT) methodology.
• Experience in Special Operations including Ground & Air operators.
• Extant Security Clearance (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) highly desirable.
• Familiarity with MAA RA 1600 series.
• Familiarity with CAA UAS category regulations.

LOCATION AND HOURS OF WORK

The place of work will predominantly be in the vicinity of Wiltshire to support a customer but may require travel to other parts of mainland UK to deliver courses up to 40 hours a week.

Where delivery takes place away from their primary work location travel accommodation and subsistence costs will be covered however it is expected that employees will have their own vehicle.

Due to the nature of elements of the role the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years.

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high‑performing team supporting the delivery of exceptional award‑winning products and services to our customers we would be delighted to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV.

Please note that we are part of the QinetiQ group and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website in order to complete your application.

BENEFITS

• 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
• Uncapped leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).
• Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
• Company Share Incentive Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.
• Generous death in service (100k).
• Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
• Business travel insurance.
• Funded role specific training and financial assistance with professional development.
• Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.
• Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inzpire are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual irrespective of their race colour religion gender age sexual orientation marital status disability or any other characteristic.

We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.

Key Skills

Airside Operations, Bidding, Integration, Data Entry, Accomodation, Cost Estimation

Employment Type :

Full Time

Experience:

years

Vacancy:

1