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UAS Trainer

KBR Careers
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/15/2026
Title

UAS Trainer

Program Summary

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Job Summary

Looking for a role where your expertise truly matters, and your impact is vast? Join KBR as a UAS Trainer and assist in developing, delivering, and sustaining training solutions for the Army’s next-generation small and medium Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Your expertise will drive system-specific and mission-focused training for operators, maintainers, instructors, and support personnel, ensuring effective fielding, operational readiness, and safe, sustainable employment of UAS platforms. Your work will have a direct impact on the integration of training with system fielding schedules, configuration baselines, and Army training standards. We’re looking for a collaborative, results-driven professional who thrives in a dynamic environment where excellence is the standard. If you’re ready to tackle complex challenges and help shape the success of a critical defense program, apply today and build the future with KBR.

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and update training curricula and instructional materials for UAS platforms.
  • Deliver classroom instruction, hands-on training, and field-based exercises supporting initial, recurring, and sustainment training events.
  • Execute New Equipment Training (NET) in support of system fielding and deployment activities.
  • Serve as subject matter experts and certified sUAS Master Trainers for supported platforms.
  • Support training for operators, maintainers, instructors, and support personnel across multiple mission sets.
  • Coordinate and integrate training activities with system fielding plans and configuration baselines.
  • Provide support for training devices, simulators, and training systems, ensuring alignment with operational requirements.
  • Track, manage, and maintain accountability of training assets, materials, and equipment.
  • Support training networks and digital training environments, including troubleshooting and user support.
  • Package, transport, and coordinate logistics for training materials and equipment in support of distributed training events.
  • Assist in evaluation and continuous improvement of training effectiveness and instructional delivery methods.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable Army training doctrine, safety standards, and operational procedures.

Basic Qualifications

  • Certified SUAS Master Trainer or UAS Instructor Operator
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
  • Must be able to support a work schedule offsite at Redstone Arsenal with potential travel requirements.
  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Experience developing and delivering technical or operational training programs.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Teams).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Common Faculty Development – Instructor Course (CFD-IC) certified.
  • Experience supporting U.S. Army UAS programs, preferably within CPE Aviation.
  • Familiarity with UAS platforms, operations, and maintenance concepts.
  • UAS Instructor/Operator qualification.
  • Experience with training development standards (Army Training Doctrine).
  • Experience supporting New Equipment Training (NET) and system fielding activities.
  • Familiarity with simulation systems, mission planning tools, and digital training environments.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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