UAS Training Specialist

COLSA Corporation; Zhob; On-site; PKR 19,380,000 - 30,454,000; Full time

Job summary

COLSA Corporation in Huntsville, AL seeks a motivated UAS Training Specialist to develop and execute training programs for uncrewed systems in classroom and field environments, lead sessions for team members and customers, and provide hands‑on instruction and operational support at customer sites.

The role requires developing training curricula, evaluating effectiveness, and coordinating with military customers. Travel up to 30% (CONUS/OCONUS) and active DoD clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of related UAS experience, including military instructional materials.
• Experience as a Commissioned Officer, Warrant Officer, or NCO.
• Must be willing to travel up to 30% of the year (CONUS/OCONUS).
• Must lift up to 50 pounds and be able to move items as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Active DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Employs UAS equipment in support of training scenarios and test ranges.
• Develops and maintains training curriculum and materials.
• Conducts online and classroom training sessions.
• Evaluates training effectiveness and maintains records.
• Provides input from military experience to support system development.

Skills

UAS experience

Military writing

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Security clearance

Citizenship

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

COLSA Corporation is seeking a motivated UAS Training Specialist to support our fast-paced Uncrewed Systems program in Huntsville, AL. This individual will develop and execute training programs in classroom and field environments, lead training sessions for team members and customers, and provide hands‑on instruction and operational support for military uncrewed systems at customer sites. Additional responsibilities include providing technical and logistical support to the program.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential functions)

• Employs UAS and/or system equipment in support of test ranges and combat scenario training
• Develops and maintains training curriculum and materials to ensure relevance and timeliness
• Conducts online and/or classroom training sessions
• Evaluates the effectiveness of training relative to objectives and maintains supporting records
• Provides input based on prior military experience to support system development and process improvements

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee‑centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits

Required Experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of related UAS experience, including at least 3 years of experience applying the recursive writing process and military writing standards to develop step-by-step instructional materials, lesson plans, senior leader briefings, after-action reviews, and executive summaries.
• Experience as a Commissioned Officer, Warrant Officer, or Noncommissioned Officer (NCO).
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 30% of the year, CONUS and/or OCONUS, as required. Travel may include embedding with military service members at Army Combat Training Centers in austere environments.
• Must be able to lift, carry, or move items weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Active DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years cumulative, operational experience in military service
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in conducting meetings, leading discussion groups, briefing Soldiers and Senior Leader audiences, effectively communicating conceptual ideas in writing, and orally articulating thoughts
• Graduate of a Military Leaders Course
• Combat Arms, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
• Ability to perform duties to the standards of excellence established through prior military service.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Salary Type

Annually

The salary range, if referenced, represents a good faith estimate. COLSA considers various factors when determining base salary offers, but not limited to, location, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements.

COLSA offers a comprehensive and customizeable benefits program which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Income Protection Programs, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education & Certification Reimbursement, Employee Discount Program, Paid Time Off and Holidays.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 business days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.