Drone/FPV Instructor

T3i Inc. • Fort Walton Beach, FL

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About The Position

T3i is seeking part-time instructors to teach and mentor students in a high-tempo, tactical FPV program. Instructors conduct classroom instruction, field training, flight demonstrations, and performance evaluations. The role requires proficiency in quadcopter and FPV flight, tactical employment of munitions, and mission-level operational integration. Instructors must be comfortable teaching outdoors in all weather conditions, from extreme heat and humidity to near-freezing temperatures.

The position requires a minimum of one year of FPV drone flight experience, a maintained FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot License, and completion of the T3i TDOC instructor skills assessment. Candidates must also pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). T3i conducts pre-employment drug screening for all new hires and annual random drug screening for current personnel; personnel who cannot pass screening are not eligible for employment.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of FPV drone flight experience.
• Obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot License.
• Complete the T3i TDOC instructor skills assessment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with computers, email, mobile messaging, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Physical capability for extended outdoor operations in varying weather conditions.
• Pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).
• Pass required pre-employment drug screening; current personnel are subject to annual random drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• FPV drone design, testing, and build experience.
• Military SUAS or Special Operations experience.
• Instructor experience, including course development and administration.

Responsibilities

• Instruct foundational and advanced FPV drone skills in classroom and field settings.
• Lead tactical flight operations, including offensive and defensive mission scenarios.
• Maintain safe operations with multiple drones in dynamic environments.
• Foster creative and adaptive thinking in students for tactical drone applications.
• Evaluate trainee performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Support curriculum development and program refinement.
• Conduct classroom instruction, field training, and flight demonstrations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed