Field UAV Instructor II: Demos, Training & Deployments

AV; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401K matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holidays

Job summary

AeroVironment in Petaluma, CA seeks a Field Service Representative (FSR) Instructor II to operate and deliver in-field instruction on MUAS Jump20. You will oversee flight demonstrations, coordinate with customers and internal teams, and ensure safety and mission readiness of equipment.

The role requires military or aerospace experience, strong GPS/navigation skills, and the ability to travel up to 80% for deployments. Excellent training and product support are key components of this position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Prior military experience or equivalent training experience in an aircraft/aerospace manufacturing firm.
• Demonstrated understanding of military tactics, operations, GPS and Navigation utilizing map and compass.
• Experienced interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, blueprint or sketches.
• Demonstrated basic computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
• Clean driving record required in order to drive company vehicles.
• Must pass and maintain a medical and dental exam for deployment(s).
• Because of various out-of-area training/maintenance requirements, must be available on both short and long-term deployments away from home, both CONUS and OCONUS consisting of up to 80% travel.

Responsibilities

• Operates, instructs, and evaluates on Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) in the field.
• Performs and oversees flight demonstrations in Support of AV product line & Business Development.
• Coordinates directly with all agencies and customers to plan and coordinate personnel/equipment in support of Flight Demo Events.
• Provides on-site software/hardware upgrades & repairs, refresher training, assists with new equipment deliveries/inventory and conducts periodic customer site visits to assess customer mission readiness.
• Represents AV’s products and services as a subject matter expert at conferences, exhibitions and symposiums.
• Works with customers to understand CONOPS and shape how AV’s products provide solutions to customers.
• Assists BD in capturing new business leads and follow-on orders.
• Ensures all system flight and ground operations follow established procedures and are conducted safely.
• Conducts all necessary UAS equipment, and material inventories.
• Maintains proper operational status of MUAS and supporting operational systems.
• Maintains situational awareness of the air vehicle's location, in-flight status, and threats to the aircraft from the air and ground.
• Constantly monitors whether on-site and along intended flight paths.
• Continually re-evaluates risk assessments & take appropriate actions to mitigate any elevated risk levels.
• Completes all documentation required for flight operations, equipment operational status, data collection, and post-flight procedures.
• Captures critical information for input into after-action reports and lessons learned databases.
• Effectively leads, trains and mentors small groups of students and Instructors in meeting course objectives.
• Applies company policies and procedures to resolve complex issues.
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and supervises & coordinates activities of others.
• Conducts Flight Evaluations and is qualified as an Evaluator in their respective specialty (AVO or Mech).
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Military experience

Field operations

GPS navigation

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Medical clearance

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

AeroVironment in Petaluma, CA seeks a Field Service Representative (FSR) Instructor II to operate and deliver in-field instruction on MUAS Jump20. You will oversee flight demonstrations, coordinate with customers and internal teams, and ensure safety and mission readiness of equipment.

The role requires military or aerospace experience, strong GPS/navigation skills, and the ability to travel up to 80% for deployments. Excellent training and product support are key components of this position.