V-BAT Internal Training Instructor (R5031)

The role

Deliver and maintain standardized training for Shield AI Aircraft Operators and Maintenance Technicians. Conduct instructor upgrades, evaluations and endorsements, and certify trainee readiness for operational tasking.

What you will do

• Deliver initial qualification training for Aircraft Operators and Maintenance Technicians
• Conduct instructor upgrades, evaluations and endorsements required for operational events
• Ensure adherence to standardized procedures, checklists and training requirements
• Maintain oversight of individual qualifications, currency and additional requirements
• Evaluate trainee performance and certify readiness for operational tasking
• Support development and refinement of training materials, syllabi and evaluation criteria
• Enforce training standards and identify gaps in performance, curriculum or execution
• Coordinate with operations, standardization and maintenance teams to align training with mission requirements
• Support test events, exercises and deployments as required
• Provide mentorship and guidance to operators and technicians

Required qualifications

• Experience as a UAS operator, maintainer or military aviation instructor
• Background in structured training environments with formal evaluation processes
• Strong understanding of aviation procedures, safety and standardization
• Experience conducting evaluations, certifications or qualifications
• Ability to enforce standards and provide clear, direct feedback
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Nice to have

• Instructor Pilot (IP), Evaluator (EP) or equivalent designation
• Experience with Group 3–5 UAS or comparable systems
• Background in maintenance training or certification programs
• Experience supporting operational or deployed environments
• At least 3000 documented unmanned flight hours or 1500 manned flight hours
• FAA Private Pilot License (PPL)
• FAA Instrument Rating and/or Commercial Pilot Rating
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Benefits

• Full-time employees: pay within range, bonus, benefits and equity
• Temporary employees: pay within range and a temporary benefits package, applicable after 60 days of employment

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check
• Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits
• Salary depends on skill set, experience, licenses and certifications, and work location

About the company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company that builds intelligent systems, including Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies. It has offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.