Drone Training Architect: UAS & GIS Workforce Development

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Workforce Development Instructor for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). This role involves developing and delivering training formats to prepare students for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification exam, including airspace regulations, safety procedures, and drone operations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree related to the field, relevant industry certifications, and a minimum of one year of teaching or training experience. The role supports diverse learners and may require evening or weekend class schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of teaching or training experience preferred.
• Professional experience operating drones for commercial, government, or research applications.
• Experience with GIS platforms and drone mapping software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver training in Unmanned Aerial Systems for workforce development programs.
• Prepare students for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification exam.
• Design curriculum aligned with industry certifications and employer needs.

Skills

FAA regulations (Part 107) and drone safety protocols

Drone flight operations, mission planning, and maintenance

GIS data collection, mapping, and spatial analysis

Photogrammetry and aerial data processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aviation, geospatial science, engineering, environmental science, or related field

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Tools

GIS platforms (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS)

Drone mapping software (e.g., DroneDeploy, Pix4D)

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Workforce Development Instructor for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). This role involves developing and delivering training formats to prepare students for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification exam, including airspace regulations, safety procedures, and drone operations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree related to the field, relevant industry certifications, and a minimum of one year of teaching or training experience. The role supports diverse learners and may require evening or weekend class schedules.