Senior UAS Field Trainer & Operations Specialist

AeroVironment, Inc.; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company matching

Flexible work schedule options

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Field Support Representative III to operate and instruct on Unmanned Air Systems in field settings. You will ensure safety, follow procedures, and collaborate with engineering, support, and manufacturing to reflect current product features in course material.

Responsibilities include conducting inventories, training others, and documenting field operations and data for after-action reports. Occasional deployments and travel are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience.
• Prior military experience or equivalent training in aircraft/aerospace manufacturing.
• Prior military instructor experience desirable.
• Willingness to travel regularly (CONUS/OCONUS) and deployments.

Responsibilities

• Operates and instructs on Unmanned Air Systems (UAS).
• Participates in the MTTP training program.
• Ensures field operations follow procedures and are safe.
• Maintains UAS equipment and status; conducts inventories.
• Captures data for after-action reports and lessons learned.
• Document field operations and data as required.
• Lead and mentor small groups to meet course objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Mentoring/training

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Field Support Representative III to operate and instruct on Unmanned Air Systems in field settings. You will ensure safety, follow procedures, and collaborate with engineering, support, and manufacturing to reflect current product features in course material.

Responsibilities include conducting inventories, training others, and documenting field operations and data for after-action reports. Occasional deployments and travel are required.