Valiant is seeking an experienced MQ-4C Contract Instructor Air Vehicle Operator/Pilot (CIAVO) to support Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) training at NAS Jacksonville. This role delivers simulator, classroom, and systems instruction for MQ-4C Air Vehicle Pilots, evaluates student performance, and supports curriculum and training device improvements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Conduct scheduled CI-led and CI-supported simulator, training device, and systems instruction, including briefs and debriefs.
- Provide classroom instruction, tests, lesson plans, trainee guides, and academic support including CRM and IGS.
- Evaluate student training and mission performance and document results in accordance with established criteria.
- Provide instruction on MQ-4C air vehicle operations, aircraft systems, mission coordination, and normal/emergency procedures.
- Provide instruction on training device operation, briefing and debriefing procedures, and grading and assessment standards.
- Assist with simulator and training device inspections, certifications, mishap recreation, and special projects.
- Maintain, assess, and recommend improvements to mission scenarios for effectiveness and currency.
- Review curriculum and recommend improvements based on NATOPS changes, engineering changes, and evolving mission requirements.
- Support Additional Duties including curriculum maintenance, testing instrument updates, feedback methodology, syllabus reviews, and validation of Maintenance Action Forms (MAFs).
- Support Collateral Duties including scheduling coordination, CI training currency, instructional material management, required reading compliance, grading, attendance documentation, trainer performance evaluation, and CI certification maintenance.
- Attend required Government-scheduled meetings including Scheduling, Standardization, Government Instructor Pilot/Aircrew, Phase Head, and Intelligence Updates.
- Maintain general cleanliness and housekeeping of assigned spaces and work areas.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active Secret, TS preferred.
- Must be or have been an MQ-4C NATOPS-qualified Air Vehicle Operator/Pilot within the previous five years.
- Must have a minimum of one tour as a P-3, EP-3, P-8, or MQ-4C FRS Instructor Pilot.
- Strongly desired: one tour in VUP, BAMS-D, VX-20 MQ-4C ITT, or VX-1 MQ-4C cadre.
- Must successfully complete MQ-4C NATOPS open-book and closed-book exams, simulator procedural evaluations, and annually renew qualifications with the FRS.
- Must demonstrate understanding of MQ-4C mission, aircraft operating systems, and normal/emergency crew procedures.
- Ability to maintain proficiency with syllabus changes, required reading, and updates to publications.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain situational awareness during extended training scenarios.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:- Ability to walk on uneven surfaces.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Ability to climb two flights of stairs and ladders.
- Ability to lift, climb, and perform physical tasks as needed.
