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Field Service Representative Instructor I

Petaluma, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$30/hr - $43/hr

2+ years exp

AeroVironment is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. The Field Service Representative Instructor I is responsible for operating and providing instruction on Medium UAS, specifically the Jump20 platform, ensuring safe and effective training for new hires, existing employees, and customers.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operates & instructs new employees, current employees, and customers on Jump 20 Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) in the classroom and during in-person field training

Assist in the creation of instructional guides

Assist students, individually or in groups, to present or reinforce learning concepts; respond to basic student questions; initiate study groups

Effectively leads, trains and mentors small groups of students and Instructors in meeting course objectives

Make suggestions concerning the improvement of the curriculum

Identify and communicate to your manager, training program improvement opportunities

Provide input on required training facilities, mockups, materials and qualifications to ensure effective training program implementation

Ensures all system flight and ground operations follow established procedures and are conducted safely

Conducts all necessary UAS equipment, and material inventories

Immediately advise Flight Training Manager of any changes affecting the planned MUAS training flight operations

Maintains proper operational status of MUAS and supporting operational systems

Maintains situational awareness of the air vehicle's location, in-flight status, and threats to the aircraft from the air and ground

Constantly monitors whether on-site and along intended flight paths Applies company policies and procedures to resolve complex issues

Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and supervises & coordinates activities of others

Other duties as assigned

Willingness to travel regularly and for extended periods within continental United States (CONUS)

Willingness to travel regularly and for extended periods to outside continental United States (OCONUS)

Qualification

Jump 20 platformMilitary tacticsUAS operationsInstructional skillsComputer skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkInitiative

Required

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required

Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience on the Jump 20 platform

Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience in a lead or instructor role

Demonstrated understanding of military tactics, operations, GPS and Navigation utilizing map and compass

Demonstrated intermediate to advanced computer skills and proficiency with office software, productivity tools and relevant flight software

Clean driving record required in order to drive company vehicles

Must pass and maintain a medical and dental exam for deployment(s) should it be required

Because of various out-of-area training/maintenance requirements, must be available on both short and long-term assignments away from home, both CONUS and OCONUS consisting of up to 75% travel

Willingness to travel regularly and for extended periods within continental United States (CONUS)

Willingness to travel regularly and for extended periods to outside continental United States (OCONUS)

Secret clearance level required

U.S. Citizenship required

Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance