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Uas Instructor Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Product Owner

Huntsville, AL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience as Gray Eagle UAS Instructor Operator. (Graduate of the Instructor Operator (IO) Course). * Experience with UAV ground control stations (GCS) and familiarity with UAVs/simulators. (500 ...

UAS Operator/Instructor II

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$80K - $96K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a UAS Operator/ Instructor II. This role involves operating uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS ...

UAS Operator/Instructor I

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$70K - $83K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a UAS Operator/ Instructor I. This role involves operating uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS ...

UAS Operator/Instructor II

Huntsville, AL

$80K - $96K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a UAS Operator/ Instructor II. This role involves operating uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS ...

UAS Operator/Instructor I

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$70K - $83K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a UAS Operator/ Instructor I. This role involves operating uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS ...

UAS Operator/Instructor II

Huntsville, AL

$80K - $96K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a UAS Operator/ Instructor II. This role involves operating uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS ...

UAS Operator/Instructor I

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$70K - $83K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a UAS Operator/ Instructor I. This role involves operating uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS ...

UAS Operator/Instructor II

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$80K - $96K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a UAS Operator/ Instructor II. This role involves operating uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS ...

UAS Operator/Instructor I

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$70K - $83K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SUMMARY Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a UAS Operator/ Instructor I. This role involves operating uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS ...

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How much do uas instructor operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for uas instructor operator in the United States is $29.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $40.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a UAS instructor operator?

A UAS Instructor Operator is responsible for training and instructing personnel on the operation and maintenance of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). They develop lesson plans, conduct flight training, and ensure compliance with regulations and safety procedures. The role often requires experience with various UAS platforms, military or commercial flight operations, and instructional methodologies. Instructor Operators also evaluate trainee performance and provide feedback to improve skills and ensure proficiency.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a UAS instructor operator?

A UAS Instructor Operator typically spends their day planning and conducting flight training sessions, overseeing student operators during simulated and live missions, and evaluating individual performance. Responsibilities also include preparing lesson materials, ensuring all equipment is operational, and maintaining up-to-date training records. Collaboration with safety officers and other instructors is common to ensure curriculum standards and regulatory compliance. This hands-on, instructional role often involves troubleshooting technical issues and adapting to rapidly changing flight scenarios, making adaptability and strong organizational skills key to success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the UAS instructor operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a UAS Instructor Operator, you need strong piloting skills, in-depth knowledge of unmanned aerial systems, and relevant technical training, often supported by FAA Part 107 certification or military equivalent. Familiarity with flight planning software, simulators, telemetry systems, and industry-standard UAS platforms is essential. Excellent communication, instructional ability, and situational awareness are crucial soft skills for effectively training new operators and ensuring safety. These qualifications are vital for upholding operational standards, delivering high-quality instruction, and maintaining the safety and efficiency of UAS operations.

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Infographic showing various Uas Instructor Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,107 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

Product Owner

i3

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Overview

i3 is looking for a Product Owner to support the development of the UAS portion of the Reconfigurable Virtual Collective Trainer (RVCT) for the Army in the Huntsville, AL. Candidate will be working in a dynamic, fast-paced development environment with multiple contractors and teaming partners and must be self-motivated, reliable, dependable, flexible, and have excellent interpersonal and verbal / written / presentation communication skills.

Responsibilities
  • Support collaboration with the Army customer to define, capture, derive, and prioritize applicable requirements for the RVCT training solution.
  • Provide subject matter expertise to support requirement decomposition for implementation following an Agile/SCRUM development process.
  • Assist with verification, integration, test, documentation, delivery and training of the training solution.
  • Provide subject matter expertise regarding UAS operations and required functionality to development and leadership teams.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree AND 3-10 years or more experience; four years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
  • U.S. Citizen with an Active SECRET clearance.
  • Familiar with agile project management to include terminology.
  • Experience as Gray Eagle UAS Instructor Operator. (Graduate of the Instructor Operator (IO) Course).
  • Experience with UAV ground control stations (GCS) and familiarity with UAVs/simulators. (500 Hours Logged as IO in the sim and 250 hours logged as IO or AC in the Aircraft preferred).
  • Knowledgeable of UAS training simulators and UAS terminology.
  • Must be local to Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate and willing to travel as needed for program requirement.

Knowledge/Skills

  • Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
  • Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
  • Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
  • Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
  • Work well both independently and in a team environment.
  • Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
  • Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
  • Analyze information and respond appropriately.
  • Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
  • Provide superior customer service.
  • Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
  • Work well under pressure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.
About i3

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include:

  • Long-term financial security
  • Higher job satisfaction
  • Greater job security
  • Personal and professional growth
  • Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

  • Excellent insurance coverage
  • 401(k) match
  • Generous PTO
  • Health and wellness incentives
  • Tuition and certification reimbursement
  • Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!

Employment Type: FULL_TIME