UAS/Drone Technology Instructor

Newbold Services; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Workforce Solutions (Newbold Services) is seeking a UAS/Drone Technology Instructor in Mauldin, SC to deliver classroom, laboratory, and flight-line instruction within the UAS program. You will teach content aligned with FAA Part 107 knowledge areas and supervise hands-on drone operations.

The role develops lesson plans, assesses student performance, and helps advance curriculum with industry partners while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance during all flight activities.

Qualifications

• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Experience operating unmanned aircraft systems (drones) in a professional, commercial, or educational setting.
• Teaching or instructional experience (K-12, college, corporate/industry training, or military instruction all qualify).
• Willingness to obtain an FAA Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) certificate within 6 months of hire, if not already held.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned UAS/drone technology courses, including lecture, lab, and outdoor flight-training sessions.
• Develop lesson plans, assignments, and assessments aligned with program learning outcomes and FAA Part 107 standards.
• Grade student coursework, exams, and flight evaluations, and maintain accurate academic records.
• Plan, supervise, and conduct hands-on drone flight training in accordance with FAA regulations and program safety protocols.
• Maintain and enforce safety procedures for all flight operations, equipment use, and lab activities.
• Advise students on academic progress, certification pathways, and career opportunities in the UAS industry.
• Collaborate with program leadership and industry partners to keep curriculum current with industry standards and emerging technology.
• Maintain and manage UAS equipment, including inventory, maintenance scheduling, and airworthiness recordkeeping.
• Support student preparation for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate exam.
• Serve as, or coordinate with, the Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) of record for student flight operations, in accordance with college and program policy.
• Plan and conduct flight operations in compliance with applicable airspace requirements, including LAANC authorizations or airspace waivers where operations occur near controlled airspace.
• Participate in program advisory committee meetings, accreditation activities, and college professional development.
• Perform other instructional and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Flight instruction

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Outdoor flight training

Safety compliance

Education

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Associate's degree or higher in aviation, education, engineering, or related field

Tools

Drone flight training equipment

LAANC knowledge

Job description

Peak Workforce Solutions (Newbold Services) is seeking a UAS/Drone Technology Instructor for our client in Mauldin, SC who is a creative, energetic individual with a "Whatever It Takes" attitude in fulfilling their job duties.

The UAS/Drone Technology Instructor is responsible for delivering classroom, laboratory, and flight-line instruction within the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) program. The instructor will teach course content aligned with FAA Part 107 knowledge areas, supervise hands-on drone operations training, evaluate student performance, and contribute to the ongoing development of program curriculum.

Compensation and Benefits:

$60,000 - $80,000 annual salary based on experience

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Essential Functions:

• Teach assigned UAS/drone technology courses, including lecture, lab, and outdoor flight-training sessions.
• Develop lesson plans, assignments, and assessments aligned with program learning outcomes and FAA Part 107 standards.
• Grade student coursework, exams, and flight evaluations, and maintain accurate academic records.
• Plan, supervise, and conduct hands-on drone flight training in accordance with FAA regulations and program safety protocols.
• Maintain and enforce safety procedures for all flight operations, equipment use, and lab activities.
• Advise students on academic progress, certification pathways, and career opportunities in the UAS industry.
• Collaborate with program leadership and industry partners to keep curriculum current with industry standards and emerging technology.
• Maintain and manage UAS equipment, including inventory, maintenance scheduling, and airworthiness recordkeeping.
• Support student preparation for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate exam.
• Serve as, or coordinate with, the Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) of record for student flight operations, in accordance with college and program policy.
• Plan and conduct flight operations in compliance with applicable airspace requirements, including LAANC authorizations or airspace waivers where operations occur near controlled airspace.
• Participate in program advisory committee meetings, accreditation activities, and college professional development.
• Perform other instructional and administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Demonstrated experience operating unmanned aircraft systems (drones) in a professional, commercial, or educational setting.
• Teaching or instructional experience (K-12, college, corporate/industry training, or military instruction all qualify).
• Willingness to obtain an FAA Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) certificate within 6 months of hire, if not already held.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions to conduct flight training.
• Successful completion of a background check and any additional screening required by the college.

Preferred Qualifications:

• FAA Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) certificate already in hand.
• FAA Private Pilot Certificate or Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI).
• Experience developing curriculum, course materials, or training programs.
• Associate's degree or higher in aviation, education, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working with community college or secondary CTE program structures.
• Familiarity with drone industry sectors such as public safety, agriculture, surveying/mapping, construction, or utility inspection.
• Experience operating in or near controlled airspace, including LAANC authorizations or FAA airspace waivers.