C-sUAS System Trainer – Instructor

Black River Systems Company; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

A small, established research-oriented engineering firm is seeking a System Trainer – Instructor for C-sUAS systems to design and deliver training to USG personnel. Responsibilities include curriculum development, delivering training both in person and remotely, and contributing to technical documentation. Candidates should have at least 5 years' experience in training, preferably in military contexts. The firm offers competitive compensation and benefits, and a strong commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience delivering training to military or government personnel.
• Prior experience in military or government training preferred.
• Ability to lift and handle materials up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Develop training content for various systems including eLearning and documents.
• Deliver training materials in person or via teleconference.
• Communicate with engineering and support teams regarding training feedback.

Skills

Technical writing

Interpersonal communication

Curriculum development

Training delivery

Tools

ATIS

myTraining

JTS

Job description

Black River Systems Company, a small, established research-oriented engineering firm headquartered in Utica, NY, is looking for a System Trainer – Instructor for our C-sUAS (Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems). We are looking for someone who can design, develop and delivery training to USG (United State Government) personnel for highly technical C-sUAS Systems. This role includes outlining syllabus, creating training modules, planning the course schedule, meeting the learning objectives and confirming user competence. This role also will contribute to government programs with technical writing and editing of documentation. Prior Military or Government Training experience is preferred.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop expertise in Black River’s C-sUAS product line to become proficient in the systems; prior working knowledge in C-sUAS is necessary and FAA part 107 license is preferred.
• Understand the concept of operation, practical application in the field, and the users.
• Curriculum Development: Create training content (eLearning, slides, documents, videos) for various systems and ensure they are current with the latest software baseline.
• Contribute to government programs with technical writing and editing of customer-facing materials.
• Deliver training materials to students in a variety of environments (via teleconference, in-person locally, at site or at our remote training center) as needed.
• Develop Computer Based Training for use in USG Learning Management System.
• Communicate with the Engineering and Support Teams on user feedback, system deficiencies, course efficacy and FAQs.
• Support subcontract / remote trainers as needed.
• Interface with USG training Leadership to stay current on the latest needs of the customer base.

Position Requirements:

• This is a hands-on role developing and delivering training materials for use in virtual and in-person learning environments.
• Prior Military or Government Training experience is preferred, e.g. Training Specialist/Instructor, including use of ATIS, myTraining or JTS.
• 5+ years’ experience with delivering training to NCOIC type personnel or Air Domain Awareness.
• The ability to lift and handle up to 40 pounds of materials, and the physical ability to bend, stoop and stretch as required for use of the equipment.
• Self-motivated and capable of performing duties with limited supervision.
• Maintain organized digital files, proactively manage courses and delivery courses on time.
• Adherence to all safety standards set by company and regulatory agencies.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills are required.
• Must be able to work in a team environment across multiple agencies.
• US citizenship – must have or be eligible for a Department of Defense security clearance.

Black River Systems is a small, growing employee-owned company committed to advancing our employees’ quality of life on the job. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. We are looking for an exceptional employee with strong technical skills and a personality suited to the small business environment. If you feel you qualify, please send your resume to [e-mail] .

Black River Systems is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, or any other basis protected by federal law. In addition, Black River Systems Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities and employees.