V-BAT Internal Training Instructor (R5023)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description

The V-BAT Internal Training Instructor is responsible for executing and maintaining standardized training for Shield AI Aircraft Operators and Maintenance Technicians. This role serves as a training standardization authority, ensuring all personnel are qualified, current, and prepared to support operational requirements.

What you'll do

Deliver initial qualification training for Aircraft Operators and Maintenance Technicians

Conduct instructor upgrades, evaluations, and endorsements required for operational events

Ensure adherence to standardized procedures, checklists, and training requirements

Maintain oversight of individual qualifications, currency, and additional requirements

Evaluate trainee performance and certify readiness for operational tasking

Support development and refinement of training materials, syllabi, and evaluation criteria

Enforce training standards and identify gaps in performance, curriculum, or execution

Coordinate with operations, standardization, and maintenance teams to align training with mission requirements

Support test events, exercises, and deployments as required

Provide mentorship and guidance to operators and technicians to maintain a high standard of performance

Required qualifications

Experience as a UAS operator, maintainer, or military aviation instructor

Background in structured training environments with formal evaluation processes

Strong understanding of aviation procedures, safety, and standardization

Experience conducting evaluations, certifications, or qualifications

Ability to enforce standards and provide clear, direct feedback

Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred qualifications

Instructor Pilot (IP), Evaluator (EP), or equivalent designation

Experience with Group 3–5 UAS or comparable systems

Background in maintenance training or certification programs

Experience supporting operational or deployed environments

At least 3000 documented unmanned flight hours or 1500 manned flight hours

FAA Private Pilot License (PPL)

FAA Instrument Rating and/or Commercial Pilot Rating

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Work Environment

Combination of classroom, simulator, and field environments

Travel required for training support, testing, and deployments

Work may include austere or remote locations