UAS Field Instructor II — Flight Demos & Training

AeroVironment, Inc.; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental Vision

401K matching

9/80 schedule

Paid holidays

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Field Service Representative Instructor II to operate and instruct Unmanned Aircraft Systems in field settings, ensuring safety and adherence to procedures.

You will oversee flight demonstrations and coordinate with customers and internal teams to support demonstrations and training events. The role involves on-site customer support, updates to equipment and software, and mentoring small groups of students and instructors to meet course objectives.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Prior military experience or equivalent training in aircraft/aerospace manufacturing.
• Demonstrated understanding of military tactics, operations, GPS and navigation.
• Proficient with common office productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Operates, instructs, and evaluates UAS in the field.
• Performs and oversees flight demonstrations in support of AV product line & BD.
• Coordinates with agencies and customers to plan personnel/equipment for Flight Demo Events.
• Provides on-site software/hardware upgrades & refresher training; supports equipment deliveries.

Skills

UAS operations

Flight demonstrations

Safety procedures

Customer coordination

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Field Service Representative Instructor II to operate and instruct Unmanned Aircraft Systems in field settings, ensuring safety and adherence to procedures.

You will oversee flight demonstrations and coordinate with customers and internal teams to support demonstrations and training events. The role involves on-site customer support, updates to equipment and software, and mentoring small groups of students and instructors to meet course objectives.