MTT UAS Advisor/Trainer

About the Role

CACI is seeking a c-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot responsible for conducting instructional training, including designing training materials for UAS and cUAS operations. This involves needs assessment, curriculum design, and developing/updating materials for the Engineering, System Integration Directorate (ESID). Responsibilities include using COTS UAS multi-rotor platforms and supporting systems for intelligence gathering, mission planning, sensor/payload operations, launching, piloting, and recovering ground and air vehicle systems. The role requires availability for deployments to various AOR for up to 6 months at a time, rotating with other deployers, and training in the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD area. A desired candidate will have extensive experience in either Special Operations / Special Forces or a senior Combat Arms background.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of all instructor materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course evaluation forms).
• Support training of US and Coalition Forces (CF).
• Define vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure regarding threats by UAS/RPV, including TTPs for emplacement and photo reconnaissance.
• Responsible for the acquisition, fabrication, modification, programming, and maintenance of RPV for test events.
• Launches and recovers the air vehicle, performs pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks.
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS (to possible conflict areas) on short notice to disseminate relevant threat information.
• Assist with vulnerability site assessments to inform analyst teams about possible UAS use.
• Coordinate with national and international intelligence agencies to develop data sharing capability, trend analysis, and procedures.
• Provide comprehensive technical red-team analysis.
• Perform all functional duties independently.
• Work and live in a small team environment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Experience instructing large groups of low- and high-ranking personnel in a military environment.
• BA/BS with 0-3 years of experience; or AA/AS and 4 years of experience; or HS/GED and 6 years of experience.
• Experience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft, including hobbyist UAS experience.
• Special Operations/Special Forces background OR a senior combat arms type background.
• Demonstrated experience in pre-deployment training and knowledge exchange supporting field training exercises (FTX), Validation Exercises (VALEX), and other technical exchange events.
• Must be able to successfully complete CRC and deploy to CENTCOM theater.
• Must be able to obtain an Amateur Radio Technician License.
• Must be able to complete all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).
• Must be able to obtain an FAA Part 107 (sUAS Remote Pilot Certificate).
• Experience with all RPV (land, air, and sea) and ability to design/fabricate with limited instructions or pre-built kits.
• Ability to research emerging RPV technologies, describe their advantages, and their impact on DoD capabilities.
• Knowledge of the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).
• Ability to translate technical RPV knowledge to inform and instruct others about the technology, capabilities, limitations, and impacts to DoD capabilities.
• Proficient in utilizing standard MS Office computer applications and intelligence-related automation for analytical efforts and product development.
• Define and carry out scenarios (in test or training events) in which RPV technology can be utilized.
• Ability to understand and interpret customer requirements to influence correct use of RPV technology at technical exchange or test events.
• Ability to perform independently in other locations and interact with other organizations and military units.
• Ability to communicate and function effectively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with facilitating training within Restricted Operating Zones (ROZs) and interfacing with Range Control (RC).
• Traveler Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%.
• Type of Travel: Continental US.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• Experience instructing large groups in a military environment.
• BA/BS with 0-3 years of experience; or AA/AS and 4 years of experience; or HS/GED and 6 years of experience.
• Experience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft.
• Special Operations/Special Forces background OR a senior combat arms type background.
• Demonstrated experience in pre-deployment training and knowledge exchange supporting FTX, VALEX, and other technical exchange events.
• Must be able to successfully complete CRC and deploy to CENTCOM theater.
• Must be able to obtain an Amateur Radio Technician License.
• Must be able to complete all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).
• Must be able to obtain an FAA Part 107 (sUAS Remote Pilot Certificate).
• Experience with all RPV (land, air, and sea) and ability to design/fabricate.
• Ability to research emerging RPV technologies and describe their impact on DoD capabilities.
• Knowledge of the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).
• Ability to inform and instruct others about RPV technology, capabilities, limitations, and impacts.
• Proficient in utilizing standard MS Office and intelligence-related automation.
• Ability to define and carry out scenarios for RPV technology utilization.
• Ability to understand and interpret customer requirements for correct RPV technology use.
• Ability to perform independently and interact with other organizations and military units.
• Ability to communicate and function effectively in a team environment.
• Meet all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).
• Familiarity with facilitating training within ROZs and interfacing with RC.