MUAS Flight Training Director

Insight Global (United States); Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in California seeks a Flight Training Manager to lead and develop the training program for MUAS Jump20 and other special programs. The role covers Basic Qualification, Instructor Qualification, Refresher, and Requalification Training, aimed at producing qualified operators and mechanics for US government and other customers.

You will manage a team of 8-15 instructors, refine course materials, oversee budgets, and ensure standardized teaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area, or equivalent years of experience in Training.
• 5+ years of technical adult learning and education program experience.
• 5+ years of personnel management experience.
• Past experience in manned and/or unmanned aviation as Operator, Pilot, Flight Engineer or Mechanic.
• Broad knowledge of learning techniques.
• Proven experience delivering high-quality learning experiences.
• Proven ability to effectively manage, lead and motivate a team.
• Project management and customer service skills to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment.
• Proficient with office software and flight-related software.
• Must be available for short/long-term assignments away from home (CONUS/OCONUS).
• Clean driving record; ability to drive company vehicles.
• Active Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to travel up to 25% annually.
• Must obtain US Passport.
• Onsite availability as needed; relocate to California near training office in future.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a professional team environment and lead to efficient training operations.
• Coordinate concurrent training phases for multiple programs with 8-15 instructors.
• Assist Field Operations with hiring Field Service Representatives.
• Refine and develop course materials and syllabus content.
• Develop and evaluate Training budgets.
• Ensure Instructors teach standardized procedures.
• Conduct after-action reports for continuous improvement.
• Ensure training area accommodates MUAS Operator Training Course.
• Collaborate with product line management on flight tests and customer feedback for improvements.
• Supervise costs, methods, and staffing; mentor staff.
• Interface with senior management on cross-functional matters.
• Travel internationally and domestically up to 80%.

Skills

Team Leadership

Adult Learning

Training Program Management

Project Management

Customer Service

English Proficiency

Flight Operations Knowledge

MS Office

Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Insight Global in California seeks a Flight Training Manager to lead and develop the training program for MUAS Jump20 and other special programs. The role covers Basic Qualification, Instructor Qualification, Refresher, and Requalification Training, aimed at producing qualified operators and mechanics for US government and other customers.

You will manage a team of 8-15 instructors, refine course materials, oversee budgets, and ensure standardized teaching.