Senior UAS Field Operations & Training Specialist

AeroVironment, Inc.; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical,Dental,Vision

401K with company match

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Field Support Representative III to operate and train on Unmanned Aircraft Systems in the field. You will work with engineering, technical support, and manufacturing to keep training materials aligned with product features.

Travel within CONUS and occasional OCONUS deployments are required; strong analytical and communication skills, plus the ability to mentor small groups, are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Solid analytical skills to solve complex problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lead and mentor small groups of students.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

Responsibilities

• Operates and instructs on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
• Participates in the Master Trainer Training Program per MT/M-TTM.
• Conducts field operations safely and follows procedures.
• Maintains UAS equipment and material inventories.
• Documents field operations and post-flight procedures.
• Performs risk assessments and mitigates elevated risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Field Support Representative III to operate and train on Unmanned Aircraft Systems in the field. You will work with engineering, technical support, and manufacturing to keep training materials aligned with product features.

Travel within CONUS and occasional OCONUS deployments are required; strong analytical and communication skills, plus the ability to mentor small groups, are essential for success in this role.