Job: Flight Standardization Specialist

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Flight Standardization Specialist Training/Field Support
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Reports directly to the Flight Training Standardization Manager.

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Successful completion of all AVO Operator requirements.

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Incorporated into the AeroVironment Instructor/operator training program (I/OTM).

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Will operate Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (SUAV) in the field.

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Will have the opportunity to visit US and foreign military bases overseas to conduct SUAS operations.

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Must be able to work well within a team environment, communicating with senior leadership as well as mentoring junior staff.

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Must have excellent commitment to quality SUAS flight operations.

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May assist in Business Development as needed, working closely with Training Manager.

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May be based out of an office located in Southeastern USA, but will travel extensively to isolated locations throughout the US and abroad.

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Minimum of 1,000 hours of SUAS logged as Instructor or Operator (IO or VO) desired.

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Minimum of 5 years as SUAS Instructor or Operator desired.

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Certified on Tier/Group II desired.

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Demonstrated ability to perform at a higher level.

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Demonstrated level of reliable decision making.

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Demonstrated level of maturity.

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Demonstrated level of reliable responsibility.

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Demonstrated level of leadership ability.

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Ensure all SUAV flight and ground operations are IAW established procedures.

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Establish L/R site to ensure system operations are conducted efficiently and safely.

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Conduct all necessary SUAV systems, equipment, and material inventories prior to departing the L/R site.

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Maintain two-way communications on all assigned radios frequencies and data transmission systems.

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Collect, process, and deliver ISR data on appropriate systems in the proper format based on the timelines established and priorities set in the SOPs.

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Immediately advise MCs, customer representatives, and controlling authorities of any changes affecting the planned SUAV flight operation.

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Maintain proper operational status of SUAVs and supporting operations systems.

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

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Constantly monitor weather on-site and along intended flight paths.

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Continually re-evaluate risk assessments and take appropriate actions to mitigate any elevated risk levels.

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Complete all documentation required for flight operations, equipment operational status, and data collection.

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Maintain situational awareness to ensure security and safety of L/R site personnel and equipment.

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Safely recover SUAV air vehicle.

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Complete post-flight procedures.

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Capture critical information for input into after-action reports and lessons learned databases.

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May be required to perform duties of Mission Commander.

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Complete Mission Packets and conduct briefings of the day s flight operations to key personnel.

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Conduct reviews of weather, Notice to Airmen (NOTAMS), and Special Instructions (SPINS) for possible conflicts.

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Understand local Airspace Control Plan (ACP) and ensure proper inclusion of ISR SUAV operations.

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Complete necessary documentation for the development of briefings and risk assessments.

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Ensure airspace is obtained and relayed to flight crews 30 minutes prior to air vehicle launch.

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Monitor mission status and advise customer representatives and controlling authorities of any changes affecting mission capabilities.

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Review weather forecast updates to determine effects on the ISR SUAV mission.

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Ensure all communications and data systems are functioning properly.

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May be required to conduct both formal and informal feedback sessions with assigned personnel.

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May be responsible for all training team logistical support; coordinates hotel and travel reservations for logistics training team.

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May be responsible for execution of SUAV Operator Training Course.

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Responsible for SUAV Instructor assignments during course and ensures instructors maintain the highest level of system competency.

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Responsible for classroom scheduling and coordination of SUAV operations training areas.

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Responsible for airspace management and deconfliction with Air Traffic Control and Range Control operation centers.

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Liaison between students and Army Program Office.

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Monitors student progress and deficiencies; makes recommendations for student removal to Army Program Office as required.

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Constantly monitors course progress and adjusts training schedule to ensure course completion.

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Responsible for ensuring proper amount of training equipment at training location.

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Works closely with maintenance support personnel to monitor status of repair, return and resupply of equipment from AeroVironment.

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Responsible for the safety of all instructors and students during the training course.

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Prepares SUAV Operator Training Course material for subsequent classes.

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Responsible for tracking training course statistics and student critique inputs.

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Provides data to Logistics Training Manager for trends analysis.

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Responsible for instructor conduct and professional development during SUAV Operator Course.

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Observes instructor performance and corrects deficiencies; advises Logistics Training Manager.

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Assists the Standardization Manager in curriculum development and validation of training courses.

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May have the opportunity to visit US and foreign military bases overseas to conduct training.

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May be required to have excellent commitment to quality training, including ensuring a consistent implementation training standards.

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Duties include monitoring student performance, improving training curriculum, and mentoring other students and trainers on their performance.

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Maintains a Standardization Instructor/Operator Training Program.

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Directly responsible for AV training materials of the system assigned and assist on other systems as directed.

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Coordinates directly with all agencies, internal and external, to design and develop customer specific training.

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Coordinates directly with all AV departments on system and manual currency, updates and changes.

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Maintains records confirming instructor/operator qualification requirements. Ensures instructor/operator currency requirements are met and proficiency maintained for each.

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SUAS system the operator is certified on Schedules and administers instructor/operator annual and no notice operator evaluations.

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Responsible for the design and development of DOD service compliant Training Programs for current and future SUAS.

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Responsible for curriculum development and validation of all training courses offered by the company.

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Responsible for developing new training courses base on documented customer requirements of the system assigned and assist on other systems as directed.

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Works closely with product leads to develop user manuals and courseware.

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Maintain currency and updates for all SUAS training programs.

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Design and develop training programs that are compliant and acceptable for all AV SUAS customers.

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Flight Training Standardization.

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Monitor all SUAS training to ensure Standardization.

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Ensure standardization of instruction where appropriate across the spectrum of all courses.

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Ensure Standardization with courses of like systems and different instructors.

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Conducts site survey for training locations. Coordinates with host base personnel for logistical and training support.

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Attends NMIB initial customer briefing.

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Ensures training area is sufficient to accommodate SUAS Operator Training Course.

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Advises Air Traffic Control and Range Control personnel on SUAS operations.

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This also includes coordinating/developing operating procedures.

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Identify training locations.

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Ensures compliance with local directives.

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Responsible for classroom availability and scheduling.

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Airspace coordination and coordination.

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POC identification.

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Other duties as prescribed.

Huntsville, AL, US 29-Aug-2011 Full Time