Full-Time UAS Instructor - School of Aeronautics

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide UAS ground, flight, and simulator instruction to students enrolled in Liberty University’s UAS flight course in accordance with the regulations and procedures outlined by the School of Aeronautics and the FAA. Prepare schedules, maintain records, and ensure that course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by each student in each UAS flight course. Maintain prominent levels of knowledge and proficiency in the areas of aeronautics, UAS flight training procedures, and flight instruction skills. Accomplish the additional duties assigned by the respective supervisor.

Requirements

High School Diploma
FAA Certified Part 107 and TRUST certifications
UAS piloting skills and experience (0-1 years of experience), including familiarity with and ability to perform required flight maneuvers and procedures.
Knowledge of and ability to apply effective instructional technique in the classroom and in flight.
Knowledge of and ability to apply effective instructional technique whether throughout individual instruction or in collaboration with other instructors or in a team.
Knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
Strong organizational skills.
Computer skills.
Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Knowledge of LUSOA Academic administrative, operational procedures and requirements
2 years of UAS instruction or operational experience.

Responsibilities

Train and mentor students in accordance with Liberty’s vision of Training Champions for Christ.
Perform UAS flight instructor duties as authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR’s) in accordance with the Liberty University School of Aeronautics (LUSOA) Procedures for operating Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.
Ensuring satisfactory progress for each student throughout the training course.
Responsible for timely course completion of each assigned UAS flight student(s), including completion of required paperwork and assignment of final course grade.
Keeping current with continuing education
Maintaining knowledge in accordance with FAA regulations and aeronautics, Liberty UAS policies, and Liberty course and instructor procedures.
Maintaining your own pilot proficiency as appropriate to the LUSOA UAS fleet.
Assisting the UAS Operations Coordinator with special projects and performing other UAS mission types for the University as assigned.
Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.