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, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. 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
