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This role is responsible for delivering established curriculum, supporting hands-on operator qualification training, and evaluating trainee performance against defined proficiency standards. The instructor exercises professional judgement in adapting delivery and assessment to individual trainees within the framework set by the Senior Instructor(s).\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nInstruction & Facilitation\nDeliver classroom, laboratory and field-based instruction on USV operations, autonomous systems behavior, mission planning, and safety procedures, using training materials and lesson plans developed by the Training Program Manager and Senior Instructor(s).\nSupport and co-lead scenario-based and simulation-supported training exercises that replicate real-world operational environments.\nDeliver hands-on operator qualification training, including command-and-control interface operations, telemetry monitoring and contingency response, under the technical oversight of the Senior Instructor(s).\nExercise judgement in adapting pacing, examples, and remediation approaches to accommodate trainees with varying technical backgrounds and experience levels.\nConduct training at customer sites, government installations, and exercise locations as assigned.\nTrainee Evaluation & Qualification\nAssess trainee performance against defined proficiency standards, exercising independent professional judgement in scoring and qualification recommendations.\nIdentify at-risk trainees and recommend remediation or retraining approaches to the Senior Instructor(s).\nMaintain accurate trainee attendance, performance, and certification records in the training management system.\nContribute observations and feedback to after-action reviews and post-training assessments. \nCurriculum Support\nProvide field-informed feedback to the Senior Instructor(s) and Training Program Manager on the accuracy, clarity, and effectiveness of existing training materials.\nPrepare training environments, equipment, and materials for scheduled instructional events.\nSupport development of quick-reference materials and supplemental training aids under the direction of senior instructional staff.\nGovernment & Customer Training Support\nSupport delivery of training events for government customers and mission partners alongside the Senior Instructor(s) or Training Program Manager.\nProvide post-training reach-back support to trained personnel operating in field or deployed environments, as assigned.\nSafety, Compliance & Risk Management\nEnforce range safety procedures and emergency response protocols during instructional events, with authority to halt or modify an activity for immediate safety concerns.\nMaintain currency with applicable OSHA, Navy/DoW, and FAA regulations relevant to unmanned systems training operations.\nPromote a safety-first culture during all training activities.\nCross Functional Integration\nCoordinate closely with:\nSenior Instructor(s) and Training Program Manager\nMilitary Operations Specialists & Mission Planners\nEngineering & Autonomy Teams\nLogistics & Field Support Personnel\nSupervisory Responsibilities\nThis position has no formal supervisory authority over other employees. It may provide informal peer guidance to contract or newly onboarded instructional support staff under the direction of the Senior Instructor(s).\nMinimum Qualifications\nMust be a US citizen.\nBachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Aerospace/Systems Engineering, Military Science, or a related field, OR equivalent combination of education and relevant military/defense training experience.\n1-3 years of experience in technical or operational training delivery, or equivalent operational experience with USVs, UAVs, or comparable defense/maritime systems.\nAbility to learn and apply Instructional System Design (ISD) fundamentals under supervision.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts clearly to varied audiences.\nActive DoW Secret Clearance, or ability to obtain one.\nAbility to travel domestically and internationally (up to 50%) to support training events, exercises, and customer sites. \nPreferred Qualifications\nPrior U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or other maritime service experience with surface warfare, expeditionary, or maritime patrol operations.\nHands-on experience operating Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs), UAVs, or other autonomous systems.\nCoursework or certification toward Master Training Specialist (MTS), Master Instructor, or equivalent instructional qualification.\nFamiliarity with Navy/DoW training management systems (e.g., Navy e-learning, FLTMPS, ATRRS, or equivalent). \nPhysical Requirements & Work Conditions\nAbility to work outdoors in varying maritime environments, including aboard vessels and at waterfront facilities.\nMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of training equipment and support materials.\nAbility to stand, walk, and work on vessel decks for extended periods during training events.\nValid driver’s license required; ability to operate government or rental vehicles at training sites.\nBackground Check\nThis position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.\nEEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure\nRed Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). 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