Position Title: Program Manager / Flight Instructor Department: Operations
Reports To: Director of Operations Supervisory: No
Employment Type: Full-Time Classification: Salary
Date: TBD Location: Orlando, Florida
This multi-faceted teaching position delivers USI training programs nationwide through in-person and virtual flight training on various uncrewed aircraft. Additionally, this position manages day-to-day flight activities at one of USI’s training sites.
JOB DUTIES:
• Conduct flight instruction, both in person and via simulator, on VTOL and fixed-wing uncrewed aircraft.
• Manage the student learning and certification testing process.
• Support the Director of Operations with scheduling and logistics for USI training.
• Support the Director of Operations and Project Managers with ongoing contracts.
• Serve as onsite USI representative at training sites.
• Interact with customer personnel to achieve learning objectives and contract requirements.
• Support coursework/curriculum development.
• Provide support to product development, sales, and business development teams.
• Assist with managing client relationship expectations and enhance opportunities for the growth of existing business.
• Support the development of and tracking of training framework updates.
• Assist with the security, tracking, and maintenance of USI equipment with USI compliance software.
• Remain current on the UAS regulatory environment and development of the uncrewed aircraft industry.
• Remain current on USI products and services.
• When appropriate, serve as flight operations Site Safety Manager, assuring people in and around UAS operations are adequately outfitted with Personal Protective Equipment and that operations are conducted safely.
• Other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree in any field.
An FAA Remote Pilot Certificate with a Small UAS rating is required.
FAA Private Pilot Certificate is required; instrument rating is preferred.
Successful completion of USI training and certification programs (within 90 days of hire).
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Excellent organizational skills
Desire for excellence in all aspects of work
Ability to manage multiple projects/time to accomplish the required tasks
Self-motivated, ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to anticipate requirements and act proactively to support project requirements
The employee's primary work site will be the Orlando, Florida USI office.
Travel to customer locations to provide training may be required (all travel costs reimbursed).
The position requires work in office/classroom environments and outdoors for flight training in different weather conditions.
Must be able to hear well and speak clearly.
If interested, please apply by submitting the application form below.