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Airborne Mission Systems Instructor

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$65K - $118K/yr

In addition to former DSO instructors or operators, we welcome former TSO operators/instructors, as well as former RJ, Compass Call, and Airborne Instructors. * Bachelor's degree may be substituted ...

Leidos

Airborne Mission Systems Instructor

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$65K - $118K/yr

In addition to former DSO instructors or operators, we welcome former TSO operators/instructors, as well as former RJ, Compass Call, and Airborne Instructors. * Bachelor's degree may be substituted ...

Metrea

Airborne SIGINT SME

Washington, DC · On-site

Additional responsibilities may include serving as a SIGINT systems maintainer, airborne operator, liaison officer, collection manager, and instructor on SIGINT and Electronic Warfare (EW ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... or instructor/evaluator experience in a combat environment is desired Previous KUSS, PRC-117 ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... or instructor/evaluator experience in a combat environment is desired Previous KUSS, PRC-117 ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... instructor/evaluator experience in a combat environment is desired • Previous KUSS, PRC-117 ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... instructor/evaluator experience in a combat environment is desired • Previous KUSS, PRC-117 ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... or instructor/evaluator experience in a combat environment is desired Previous KUSS, PRC-117 ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... or instructor/evaluator experience in a combat environment is desired Previous KUSS, PRC-117 ...

Leidos

LUH-72A Lakota Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

The Airborne Solutions (AirS) Division within the Airborne Mission Solutions Business Area of Leidos is seeking a LUH72A Lakota Instructor Pilot to support the Army National Guard (ANG) Aviation ...

Leidos

LUH-72A Lakota Instructor Pilot

Marana, AZ · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

The Airborne Solutions (AirS) Division within the Airborne Mission Solutions Business Area of Leidos is seeking a LUH-72A Lakota Instructor Pilot to support the Army National Guard (ANG) Aviation ...

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SIGINT Instructor

Hurlburt Field, FL · On-site

$52K - $68K/yr

Summary The SIGINT Instructor operates under the direction of the Lead Instructor and is responsible for delivering high-quality classroom, practical, and airborne instruction in support of customer ...

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Airborne Mission Systems Instructor

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

Leidos
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$65K - $118K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Step into a mission-critical role where your expertise drives real-world impact!
Leidos is excited to offer an exciting opportunity for a talented instructor to join our team as a Direct Support Operator (DSO) Flight Instructor at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM. In this role, you'll be at the center of preparing Career Enlisted Aviators to operate the Joint Threat Warning System (JTWS) Air and next-generation systems. This position blends impactful classroom instruction, immersive simulator training, and mission-focused airborne operations-giving you the chance to directly influence aviators heading into meaningful real-world missions. Candidates must hold an active Top Secret/SCI clearance to be considered.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a Direct Support Operator Instructor, training 1A8 career field personnel for basic qualifications, mission qualifications, aircraft differences, re-qualification, and instructor upgrades.
  • Deliver engaging training on mission planning, flight safety, airmanship, threat warning, TTPs, and COMSEC procedures.
  • Develop and refine classroom instruction materials and simulator scenarios.
  • Advise on military SOI development, ensuring training content is cutting-edge and mission-relevant.
  • Assess and log student performance with precision, creating individualized remedial training plans when needed.
  • Travel for aircraft-specific difference training or support to training operations across all approved 1A8 training locations, as required.

Required Qualifications:
  • 6+ years of experience. In addition to former DSO instructors or operators, we welcome former TSO operators/instructors, as well as former RJ, Compass Call, and Airborne Instructors.
  • Bachelor's degree may be substituted for 4 years of experience).
  • Active TS/SCI clearance required on Day 1-mission readiness is essential.
  • Ability to pass and maintain requisite flight physical qualifications for the duration of employment, as directed by the COR.
  • Proven instructional expertise, ideally with prior flight instructor experience.
  • Strong customer service skills, navigating interactions with military officers and civilian managers.
  • Ability to lead independently while thriving within a high-performance, dynamic team.
  • Strong communication skills-both verbal and written.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Office Suite and flight training and integration software, such as Patriot Excalibur (PEX) and Graduate / Training Integration Management System (G/TIMS).

If you're ready to train, mentor, and shape the future of airborne cryptologic technicians, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a high-stakes mission environment.
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If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
July 31, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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