ILS Training & Training Support Engineer

Destinus; Katwijk; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Destinus is seeking an ILS Training & Training Support Engineer to design training solutions that enable operators and maintainers to safely operate and support Destinus UAVs. You will transform complex technical information into structured learning experiences, working with engineering and logistics teams to improve operational readiness.

Join a team focused on cutting-edge defense aerospace innovations, shaping training programs across the product lifecycle and contributing to ongoing quality

Qualifications

• Experience in training development and instructional design.
• Knowledge of ADDIE lifecycle.
• Familiarity with competency-based training and learning objectives.
• Ability to translate complex information into actionable learning materials.
• Strong collaboration across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze training needs for operators and maintainers across programs.
• Design training concepts, curricula, and assessment methods.
• Develop lesson plans, student guides, and practical exercises.
• Ensure alignment of training with engineering designs and publications.
• Support LMS implementation and digital learning solutions.
• Contribute to proposals and training program improvements.

Skills

Training development

Instructional design

Integrated Logistics Support

Aerospace

English proficiency

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's in Systems Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in Defense Technology

Bachelor's in Education Technology

Bachelor's in Instructional Design

Tools

Learning Management System

Digital learning platforms

Job description

About the Role

About the Role Imagine this You are shaping how operators and maintainers learn to use some of the world's most advanced aerospace systems. As an ILS Training & Training Support Engineer, you will design the training solutions that enable customers to safely operate, maintain, and support Destinus products throughout their lifecycle. Working alongside engineering and Integrated Logistics Support teams, you will transform complex technical information into structured learning experiences that improve operational readiness and long-term mission success. At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You'll Do

Conduct Training Needs Analysis activities to identify operator, maintainer, and support personnel training requirements Develop and maintain Training Support Plans aligned with program objectives and customer support requirements Design operator and maintainer training concepts, qualification frameworks, and training strategies Perform mission, job, and task analyses to define required knowledge, skills, and competencies Create learning objectives, course structures, training pathways, and curriculum frameworks Develop instructional strategies, assessment methods, and training media requirements Produce and maintain high quality training materials including lesson plans, presentations, student guides, practical exercises, and assessment content Define requirements for simulators, training aids, emulated systems, and digital learning technologies Support the development of classroom, simulator based, and digital learning solutions Ensure training products remain aligned with engineering designs, maintenance concepts, technical publications, and supportability requirements Maintain traceability between engineering data, maintenance requirements, and training deliverables Assess the impact of engineering changes and configuration updates on training materials and learning programs Support training effectiveness assessments and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the product lifecycle Provide technical guidance to internal teams responsible for training delivery and customer support Contribute to proposals, bids, and new programs by defining training requirements, estimates, and support concepts Collaborate closely with Engineering, Technical Publications, Supply Support, Logistics Support Analysis, and In-Service Support teams to deliver fully integrated support solutions Help improve training processes, standards, templates, and best practices across the organization while supporting the adoption of S6000T methodologies.

What You'll Need

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Defense Technology, Human Factors, Education Technology, Instructional Design, or a related discipline 1 to 5 years of experience in training development, instructional systems design, Integrated Logistics Support, aerospace support engineering, military training systems, or a related field Understanding of Training Needs Analysis, curriculum development, and instructional design methodologies Knowledge of the ADDIE training lifecycle including analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation Familiarity with competency based training, learning objectives, and assessment strategies Ability to translate engineering, operational, and maintenance information into effective learning solutions Strong analytical and problem solving skills with excellent attention to detail Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams Professional proficiency in English Experience within aerospace, defense, UAV, military training, or other high technology industries is highly desirable Familiarity with ASD S6000T and broader Integrated Logistics Support methodologies is an advantage Experience developing classroom, simulator based, computer based, or blended learning solutions is a plus Familiarity with Learning Management Systems and digital learning environments is beneficial Understanding of Logistics Support Analysis, maintenance concepts, and lifecycle support principles is considered an advantage.

Who You Are

You enjoy turning complex technical concepts into clear, practical learning experiences that help people succeed. You combine analytical thinking with creativity, ensuring every training solution is accurate, engaging, and aligned with real operational needs. You work well with engineers, technical spec