Senior UAS Trainer

KBR, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR's Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide. This role involves developing, delivering, and sustaining training solutions for the Army’s next-generation small and medium Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The expertise of the trainer will drive system-specific and mission-focused training for operators, maintainers, instructors, and support personnel, ensuring effective fielding, operational readiness, and safe, sustainable employment of UAS platforms. The work will have a direct impact on the integration of training with system fielding schedules, configuration baselines, and Army training standards. KBR is looking for a collaborative, results-driven professional who thrives in a dynamic environment where excellence is the standard.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Must be able to support a work schedule offsite at Redstone Arsenal with potential travel requirements.
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience OR (Masters & 7+ years OR PhD & 4+ years).
Certified sUAS Master Trainer.
Common Faculty Development – Instructor Course (CFD-IC) Certified.
Experience developing and delivering technical or operational training programs.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Teams).

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting U.S. Army UAS programs, preferably within CPE Aviation.
Familiarity with UAS platforms, operations, and maintenance concepts.
Experience with training development standards (Army Training Doctrine).
Experience supporting New Equipment Training (NET) and system fielding activities.
Familiarity with simulation systems, mission planning tools, and digital training environments.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update training curricula and instructional materials for UAS platforms.
Deliver classroom instruction, hands-on training, and field-based exercises supporting initial, recurring, and sustainment training events.
Execute New Equipment Training (NET) in support of system fielding and deployment activities.
Serve as subject matter experts and certified sUAS Master Trainers for supported platforms.
Support training for operators, maintainers, instructors, and support personnel across multiple mission sets.
Coordinate and integrate training activities with system fielding plans and configuration baselines.
Provide support for training devices, simulators, and training systems, ensuring alignment with operational requirements.
Track, manage, and maintain accountability of training assets, materials, and equipment.
Support training networks and digital training environments, including troubleshooting and user support.
Package, transport, and coordinate logistics for training materials and equipment in support of distributed training events.
Assist in evaluation and continuous improvement of training effectiveness and instructional delivery methods.
Ensure compliance with applicable Army training doctrine, safety standards, and operational procedures.