MTT UAS Advisor/Trainer

CACI; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a c-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot to design training materials, conduct instruction, and support UAS/RPV operations for ESID. Role includes needs assessment, curriculum design, and updating content for training across US forces. Will deploy to various AOR up to 6 months, with responsibilities in Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD area.

Prior SOF or senior combat arms experience highly regarded. Travel up to 50% CONUS/OCONUS; requires active Secret clearance with potential TS/SCI.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance; ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Experience instructing large groups in a military environment.
• BA/BS / AA/AS / HS/GED with corresponding experience.
• Experience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS.
• Special Operations/SF or senior combat arms background.
• Experience with pre-deployment training and knowledge exchange.
• Ability to obtain Amateur Radio Technician License.
• Ability to obtain FAA Part 107 (sUAS) license.
• Knowledge of MDMP and DoD processes.
• MS Office proficiency and intelligence automation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructor materials (manuals, workbooks, handouts, certificates).
• Train US and Coalition Forces.
• Identify vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure related to UAS threats.
• Acquire, fabricate, modify, program, and maintain RPV for tests.
• Launch and recover air vehicles; perform pre/during/post flight checks.
• Travel CONUS/OCONUS on short notice for dissemination of threat information.
• Conduct vulnerability site assessments.
• Coordinate with national and international intelligence agencies.
• Provide comprehensive red-team analysis.
• Perform duties independently in various locations.
• Work in a small team environment.

Skills

Security clearance

Instructing groups

UAS experience

Special Operations/ SF background

Pre-deployment training

Amateur Radio license

FAA Part 107

MDMP knowledge

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS

AA/AS

HS/GED

Tools

COTS UAS platforms

Job description

Job Title: MTT UAS Advisor/Trainer

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular-Rotational Traveler

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a c-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot who is responsible for conducting instructional training to include designing specific training materials for UAS and cUAS operations. These encompass conducting a needs assessment, curriculum design, and developing new and/or updating existing materials/content to meet training requirements for the Engineering, System Integration Directorate (ESID). You will be responsible for COTS UAS multi-rotor platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems. You will be available and willing to deploy to various AOR for up to 6-months at a time rotating with other deployers and train in the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD area. Desired candidate will have extensive experience in either Special Operations / Special Forces or senior Combat Arms background.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of all instructor materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course evaluation forms).
• Support training of US and Coalition Forces (CF).
• Define vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure regarding threats by UAS/RPV such as TTPs to include emplacement TTPs and photo TTP.
• Responsible for the acquisition, fabrication, modification, programming, and maintenance of RPV for test events.
• Launches and recovers the air vehicle, performs pre-flight, in flight, and post flight checks.
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS (to possible conflict areas) on short notice in order to disseminate relevant threat information.
• Assist with vulnerability site assessments to inform analyst team about possible use of UAS.
• Coordinate with national and international intelligence agencies to develop data sharing capability, trend analysis and procedures.
• Provide comprehensive technical red-team analysis.
• Perform all functional duties independently
• Work and live in a small team environment.

Qualifications:

• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Experience instructing large groups of low- and high-ranking personnel in a military environment.
• BA/BS with 0-3 years of experience; or AA/AS and 4 years of experience; or HS/GED and 6 years of experience.
• Experience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft, to include hobbyist UAS experience.
• Special Operations/Special Forces background OR a senior combat arms type background.
• Demonstrate experience in pre-deployment training and knowledge exchange supporting field training exercises (FTX), Validation Exercises (VALEX), and other technical exchange events.
• Must be able to successfully complete CRC and deploy to CENTCOM theater.
• Must be able to obtain an Amateur Radio Technician License.
• Must be able to complete all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).
• Must be able to obtain an FAA Part 107 (sUAS Remote Pilot Certificate)
• Experience with all RPV (land, air, and sea) and ability to design/fabricate with limited instructions or pre-built kits.
• Ability to research emerging RPV technologies, describe their advantages, and the impact to DoD capabilities.
• Knowledge of the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).
• Ability to take technical RPV knowledge and inform/instruct others about the technology, capabilities, and limitations, and impacts to DoD capabilities.
• Proficient in utilizing standard MS Office computer applications and intelligence related automation to support analytical efforts and product development.
• Define and carry out scenarios (in test events or training events) in which RPV technology can be utilized.
• Ability to understanding and interpret customer requirements in order to influence correct use of the RPV technology at technical exchange events or test events.
• Ability to perform independently while in other locations and interacting with other organizations and military units.
• Ability to communicate and function effectively in a team environment.
• Meet all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).
• Familiarity with facilitating training within Restricted Operating Zones (ROZs) and interfacing with Range Control (RC).

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven b