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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $30.00 - $43.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Paid Time Off
Paid holiday shutdown
9/80 work schedule
Job Description
AeroVironment, Inc., based in California, is a pioneering global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by the renowned physicist and engineer Dr. Paul MacCready, AeroVironment has consistently driven technical innovation for more than 45 years. The company is celebrated for developing some of the most widely used military drones and creating the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone. Its notable contributions to technology are exemplified by seven of its vehicles being part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC. As a leader in the defense sector, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship required with the ability to obtain US government security clearance
- 2 to 5 years relevant experience
- 3+ years of Field Operations Instructor experience
- Knowledgeable in military tactics, operations, GPS and Navigation utilizing map and compass
- Demonstrate above average computer skills and proficiency with office software, productivity tools, and relevant flight software
- Clean driving record required
- Available to travel up to 75% CONUS and/or OCONUS
- High school diploma (Relevant Bachelor's degree preferred)
- Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Job Qualifications
- Strong communication, active listening, judgement, decision-making, critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and presentation skills
- Military experience preferred: Special Operations Forces, Infantry, Unmanned Aircraft Operations or maintenance background highly preferred
- Use critical thinking to look beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstances
- Assess the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and take appropriate action to mitigate them or make plans to build on the opportunity
- Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties, and at times be able to work autonomously
- Display strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
- Focus on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
- When available, assist AV main office locations with logistics, equipment preparation, and other duties necessary to accomplish AV’s mission objectives
- Must have the ability to work with little or no supervision and exercise independent judgment on a regular basis
- Effectively lead, train and mentor small groups of students in meeting course objectives
- Has strong communication skills as well as interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others across disciplines
Job Duties
- Perform demonstrations and training in support of AV's product lines
- Coordinate directly with all agencies and customers, internal and external, to plan and coordinate support for flight training and demonstration events
- Assist in leading team to accomplish mission by providing goals to team members
- Maintain extensive knowledge of AV's products/services and current operational procedures
- Work closely with Export/Trade Compliance
- Represent AV's products and services as a subject matter expert
- Work with customers to understand CONOPS and shape how AV's products provide solutions
- Perform CONUS/OCONUS flight and ground demonstrations
- Perform CONUS/OCONUS customer service visits
- Perform Field Operations training events
- Perform FSR deployments CONUS/OCONUS
- Capture critical information for input into after-action reports and lessons learned databases
- Other duties as assigned
- Work on problems of limited scope
- follow standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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