{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e80dabdac447a51ec97c9eec","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e80dabdac447a51ec97c9eec","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e80dabdac447a51ec97c9eec","title":"C-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot","description":"Overview\r\nDarkblade Systems, as a part of the CIS Secure enterprise, is a trusted provider of specialized capabilities to priority programs within the defense and intelligence communities, delivering scientific, engineering, technical, operational support and training services. Formed in 2010, Darkblade Systems strives to be a business that puts people first: clients, colleagues, employees, and teammates. Our cleared personnel are experts in the operationalization and deployment of new and emerging technologies.\r\nWe are seeking a Counter (C)-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot who is responsible for conducting instructional training to include designing specific training materials for UAS and cUAS operations. These encompass conducting a needs assessment, curriculum design, and developing new and/or updating existing materials/content to meet training requirements for the Engineering, System Integration Directorate (ESID). The candidate is responsible for COTS UAS multi-rotor platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems.\r\nDesired candidate will have extensive experience in either Special Operations / Special Forces or senior Combat Arms background.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nAssist with the preparation of all instructor materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course evaluation forms).\r\nSupport training of US and Coalition Forces (CF).\r\nDefine vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure regarding threats by UAS/RPV such as TTPs to include emplacement TTPs and photo TTP.\r\nResponsible for the acquisition, fabrication, modification, programming, and maintenance of RPV for test events.\r\nLaunches and recovers the air vehicle, performs pre-flight, in flight, and post flight checks.\r\nAbility to travel CONUS and OCONUS (to possible conflict areas) on short notice in order to disseminate relevant threat information.\r\nAssist with vulnerability site assessments to inform analyst team about possible use of UAS.\r\nCoordinate with national and international intelligence agencies to develop data sharing capability, trend analysis and procedures.\r\nProvide comprehensive technical red-team analysis.\r\nPerform all functional duties independently.\r\nWork and live in a small team environment.\r\nOPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS\r\nWhen not traveling, this position operates on a standard 8 hour schedule Monday - Friday with expectations of reporting onsite at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD.\r\nTRAVEL\r\nThe position requires that the candidate will be available and willing to deploy to various AORs for up to 6-months at a time rotating with other deployers and train in the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD area.\r\nQualifications\r\nCLEARANCE\r\nActive Secret clearance at the time of application with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.\r\nEDUCATION\r\nBA/BS with 0-3yrs experience; Or,\r\nAA/AS and 4 years of experience; Or,\r\nHigh school diploma or equivalent and 6 years of experience.\r\nCERTIFICATION(S):\r\nMust be able to obtain an Amateur Radio Technician License.\r\nMust be able to complete all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).\r\nMust be able to obtain an FAA Part 107 (sUAS Remote Pilot Certificate)\r\nREQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE\r\nExperience instructing large groups of low- and high-ranking personnel in a military environment.\r\nFamiliarity with facilitating training within Restricted Operating Zones (ROZs) and interfacing with Range Control (RC).\r\nExperience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft, to include hobbyist UAS experience.\r\nSpecial Operations/Special Forces background OR a senior combat arms type background.\r\nDemonstrate experience in pre-deployment training and knowledge exchange supporting field training exercises (FTX), Validation Exercises (VALEX), and other technical exchange events.\r\nMust be able to successfully complete CRC and deploy to CENTCOM theater.\r\nExperience with all RPV (land, air, and sea) and ability to design/fabricate with limited instructions or pre-built kits.\r\nAbility to research emerging RPV technologies, describe their advantages, and the impact to DoD capabilities.\r\nKnowledge of the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).\r\nAbility to take technical RPV knowledge and inform/instruct others about the technology, capabilities, and limitations, and impacts to DoD capabilities.\r\nProficient in utilizing standard MS Office computer applications and intelligence related automation to support analytical efforts and product development.\r\nDefine and carry out scenarios (in test events or training events) in which RPV technology can be utilized.\r\nAbility to understanding and interpret customer requirements in order to influence correct use of the RPV technology at technical exchange events or test events.\r\nAbility to perform independently while in other locations and interacting with other organizations and military units.\r\nAbility to communicate and function effectively in a team environment.\r\nSuccessfully pass pre-hire medical screening.\r\nMeet all requirements for deployment from the CONUS Replacement Center (CRC).\r\nMeet all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).\r\nBenefits\r\nWHAT WE OFFER\r\nAt CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Services and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.\r\nJob Type: Full-time (onsite)\r\nPay Range: $105,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year\r\nBenefits\r\n401(k) with company matching\r\nDental insurance\r\nMedical insurance\r\nHealth Savings Account option\r\nFlexible Spending\r\nVision insurance\r\nLife and Disability Insurance\r\nAncillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)\r\nPaid Time Off\r\nHoliday pay\r\nDarkblade Systems, a CIS Secure company, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Darkblade Systems","rawCompany":"darkblade systems","city":"Hyattsville","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-04T03:17:27.602Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1151.00","title":"Training and Development Specialists","slug":"training-and-development-specialists"},{"code":"49-2091.00","title":"Avionics Technicians","slug":"avionics-technicians"},{"code":"11-3131.00","title":"Training and Development Managers","slug":"training-and-development-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"611519","title":"Other Technical and Trade Schools","slug":"other-technical-and-trade-schools"},{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"C-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot","description":"Overview\r\nDarkblade Systems, as a part of the CIS Secure enterprise, is a trusted provider of specialized capabilities to priority programs within the defense and intelligence communities, delivering scientific, engineering, technical, operational support and training services. Formed in 2010, Darkblade Systems strives to be a business that puts people first: clients, colleagues, employees, and teammates. Our cleared personnel are experts in the operationalization and deployment of new and emerging technologies.\r\nWe are seeking a Counter (C)-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot who is responsible for conducting instructional training to include designing specific training materials for UAS and cUAS operations. These encompass conducting a needs assessment, curriculum design, and developing new and/or updating existing materials/content to meet training requirements for the Engineering, System Integration Directorate (ESID). The candidate is responsible for COTS UAS multi-rotor platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems.\r\nDesired candidate will have extensive experience in either Special Operations / Special Forces or senior Combat Arms background.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nAssist with the preparation of all instructor materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course evaluation forms).\r\nSupport training of US and Coalition Forces (CF).\r\nDefine vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure regarding threats by UAS/RPV such as TTPs to include emplacement TTPs and photo TTP.\r\nResponsible for the acquisition, fabrication, modification, programming, and maintenance of RPV for test events.\r\nLaunches and recovers the air vehicle, performs pre-flight, in flight, and post flight checks.\r\nAbility to travel CONUS and OCONUS (to possible conflict areas) on short notice in order to disseminate relevant threat information.\r\nAssist with vulnerability site assessments to inform analyst team about possible use of UAS.\r\nCoordinate with national and international intelligence agencies to develop data sharing capability, trend analysis and procedures.\r\nProvide comprehensive technical red-team analysis.\r\nPerform all functional duties independently.\r\nWork and live in a small team environment.\r\nOPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS\r\nWhen not traveling, this position operates on a standard 8 hour schedule Monday - Friday with expectations of reporting onsite at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD.\r\nTRAVEL\r\nThe position requires that the candidate will be available and willing to deploy to various AORs for up to 6-months at a time rotating with other deployers and train in the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD area.\r\nQualifications\r\nCLEARANCE\r\nActive Secret clearance at the time of application with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.\r\nEDUCATION\r\nBA/BS with 0-3yrs experience; Or,\r\nAA/AS and 4 years of experience; Or,\r\nHigh school diploma or equivalent and 6 years of experience.\r\nCERTIFICATION(S):\r\nMust be able to obtain an Amateur Radio Technician License.\r\nMust be able to complete all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).\r\nMust be able to obtain an FAA Part 107 (sUAS Remote Pilot Certificate)\r\nREQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE\r\nExperience instructing large groups of low- and high-ranking personnel in a military environment.\r\nFamiliarity with facilitating training within Restricted Operating Zones (ROZs) and interfacing with Range Control (RC).\r\nExperience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft, to include hobbyist UAS experience.\r\nSpecial Operations/Special Forces background OR a senior combat arms type background.\r\nDemonstrate experience in pre-deployment training and knowledge exchange supporting field training exercises (FTX), Validation Exercises (VALEX), and other technical exchange events.\r\nMust be able to successfully complete CRC and deploy to CENTCOM theater.\r\nExperience with all RPV (land, air, and sea) and ability to design/fabricate with limited instructions or pre-built kits.\r\nAbility to research emerging RPV technologies, describe their advantages, and the impact to DoD capabilities.\r\nKnowledge of the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).\r\nAbility to take technical RPV knowledge and inform/instruct others about the technology, capabilities, and limitations, and impacts to DoD capabilities.\r\nProficient in utilizing standard MS Office computer applications and intelligence related automation to support analytical efforts and product development.\r\nDefine and carry out scenarios (in test events or training events) in which RPV technology can be utilized.\r\nAbility to understanding and interpret customer requirements in order to influence correct use of the RPV technology at technical exchange events or test events.\r\nAbility to perform independently while in other locations and interacting with other organizations and military units.\r\nAbility to communicate and function effectively in a team environment.\r\nSuccessfully pass pre-hire medical screening.\r\nMeet all requirements for deployment from the CONUS Replacement Center (CRC).\r\nMeet all requirements prescribed by the Aircrew Training Program (ATP).\r\nBenefits\r\nWHAT WE OFFER\r\nAt CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Services and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.\r\nJob Type: Full-time (onsite)\r\nPay Range: $105,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year\r\nBenefits\r\n401(k) with company matching\r\nDental insurance\r\nMedical insurance\r\nHealth Savings Account option\r\nFlexible Spending\r\nVision insurance\r\nLife and Disability Insurance\r\nAncillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)\r\nPaid Time Off\r\nHoliday pay\r\nDarkblade Systems, a CIS Secure company, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-07-04T03:17:27.602Z","dateModified":"2026-07-04T03:17:27.602Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Darkblade Systems","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Hyattsville","addressRegion":"MD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"e80dabdac447a51ec97c9eec"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e80dabdac447a51ec97c9eec"}}