Volatus Aerospace
UAS Instructor
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Company Overview
iRed, a Volatus Aerospace Inc. company, is a UK leader in drone solutions, remote sensing, and aerial innovation. We provide enterprise drone equipment, tailored training packages, and aerial services across energy, defence, public safety, infrastructure, and environmental sectors. As part of Volatus Aerospace Inc., a global leader in aerial solutions, with 100+ years of combined aviation expertise, iRed combines local market expertise with international scale, delivering cutting-edge unmanned technology, aviation know-how, and end-to-end solutions.
Volatus Aerospace Inc. brings over 100 years of combined aviation expertise, specialising in both piloted and remotely piloted systems. Headquartered in Quebec, Canada, Volatus delivers innovative, customer-focused solutions worldwide, including remote operations, enterprise equipment, training, and aerial services, supporting clients across diverse industries and geographies.
Role Overview
The UAV Instructor will deliver professional drone training programmes to individuals, emergency services personnel and corporate clients across a broad range of industries. The successful candidate will develop learners' operational, safety and technical competencies whilst ensuring compliance with current aviation regulations and our RAE (Recognised Assessment Entity) approval from UK CAA (Civil Aviation Authority).
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver UAV training courses both in classrooms and live operational environments.
- Provide practical flight instruction for multirotor and fixed-wing platforms.
- Teach aviation safety, airspace awareness, mission planning and risk management.
- Deliver sector-specific applications including but not limited to:
- Inspection and surveying
- Infrastructure monitoring
- Construction and engineering
- Utilities
- Environmental monitoring
- Agriculture
- Emergency response
- Academia
- Support development of and produce new training materials and course content.
- Assess learner competency and provide constructive feedback.
- Maintain training records and quality standards.
- Assist with demonstrations, exhibitions and client engagement activities.
- Work with our Media & Content Assistant to support video production and e-learning programmes.
- Support our Service Division as required by the business under the direction of the Director of Training & Remote Sensing.
- Stay current with aviation legislation, drone technologies and emerging industry trends.
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Essential Requirements
- GVC, A2 CofC, CAA Operational Authorisation or equivalent qualifications
- Proven commercial UAV operational experience.
- Strong flying skills and operational decision-making.
- Experience delivering training, coaching or mentoring.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Ability to work with learners from varying backgrounds and experience levels.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness to:
- Regularly travel throughout the UK to deliver various training courses.
- Support overseas training programmes both in person and virtual.
Desirable Requirements
- Teaching and/or assessor qualifications.
- Experience in infrastructure inspections.
- Remote sensing knowledge/experience.
- Experience working with corporate clients.
- Technical aptitude and experience with drone technology
Personal Attributes
- Professional and safety focused.
- Engaging trainer and communicator.
- Adaptable and technically minded.
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn about innovation and continuous learning.
- Able to inspire confidence in learners.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems effectively.
- Willingness to learn and adapt.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Technical aptitude and experience with drone technology
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Hours of Work, Work Environment, and Potential Travel
The position is a hybrid role, and you may be required to work both onsite and in field environments as directed by the Company. The standard work schedule consists of 37.5 hours per week, typically performed Monday to Friday, subject to operational requirements. From time to time, you may be required to maintain reasonable flexibility in working hours to support operational needs, time-sensitive activities, or business priorities. This role may involve occasional travel within the UK as required to support training activities and business requirements.
Career Development Opportunity
This position is designed as both a technical and training pathway role. We will support the successful candidate in developing their instructional capabilities as well as the goal of progressing to other instructional roles i.e. Remote Sensing, Thermal & GIS if desired. This progression may include:
- Training delivery accreditation.
- Development of teaching and assessment skills.
- Course authoring and curriculum development.
- Industry conference speaking opportunities.
- Leadership of programmes.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take your career to new heights, please apply with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.
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