SUAS Master Trainer Future Opportunity

The Lockwood Group supports the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) Logistics Center by providing lifecycle logistics sustainment and training support for critical aviation and weapon systems programs. This effort supports the planning coordination development and execution of New Equipment Training (NET) activities to ensure operational readiness and mission success across multiple small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) platforms.

The program supports the development fielding modernization and sustainment of advanced UAS capabilities through coordination with Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAEs) Capability Developers (CAPDEV) Materiel Developers (MATDEV) Training Developers (TNGDEV) logistics personnel and operational units throughout the lifecycle of the weapon system.

We are proactively building a pipeline of qualified candidates in anticipation of a future need for this role.

A qualified candidate is able to live near Huntsville AL has been a SUAS Master Trainer and is able to travel up to 50% (CONUS) from Huntsville to field and train on UAS Group 1 and Group 2 platforms consisting of two trips per month one week duration each.

Salary 100-121k based on experienceTraining Execution & Stakeholder Support

• Serves as a Platform Instructor and Training Subject Matter Expert (SME) during NET events to military and civilian personnel on new or modified systems.
• Delivers hands-on classroom and field training to the warfighter on assigned UAS platforms adhering to all applicable training regulations and guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support successful training fielding and sustainment of UAS capabilities.
• Conducts periodic technical and instructional evaluations to provide recommendations aimed at improving training effectiveness and lifecycle sustainment support.

• Develop coordinate and manage New Equipment Training (NET) plans and activities throughout the lifecycle of assigned UAS weapon systems.
• Serve on working groups committees and integrated product teams to evaluate training programs and identify training deficiencies risks and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders logistics personnel and training developers to ensure NET milestones and deliverables are executed on schedule.
• Collaborate with Program Managers materiel fielding teams and unit commanders to assess training needs and operational constraints.

• Provide logistics and managerial oversight for tasks associated with NET program execution.
• Analyze integrated logistics support data procurement plans deployment schedules and program documentation to support training and fielding requirements.
• Coordinate training locations student loads facilities equipment technical manuals and related logistical requirements impacting cost and schedule.

• Review acquisition sustainment logistics and training documentation for training implications and provide recommendations for improvement and correction.
• Support development and updates to key program documentation including NETPs MFPs LCSPs APs BCAs DMPs and HSI Plans.
• Develop and maintain NET documentation in accordance with DoD Department of the Army and AMC guidance.

• Develop review and update Training Support Packages (TSPs) based on system requirements acquisition documentation and operational needs.
• Input and maintain assigned system training data within Army-approved databases and the Training Development Capability (TDC) system.
• Validate multimedia and technology-based training materials to ensure alignment with approved NET and TSP requirements.
• Incorporates technical manuals and updates related to software and hardware systems into the current training curriculum.

• SUAS Master Trainer experienceand is able to travel 50% to field and train on UAS Group 1 and Group 2 platforms consisting of two trips per month one week duration each.
• Bachelors degree preferred; equivalent military or industry experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 8years of relevant experience supporting DoD weapon systems logistics sustainment or training programs.
• Demonstrated experience supporting New Equipment Training (NET) programs for military systems.
• Experience with lifecycle logistics integrated product support (IPS) or materiel fielding activities.
• Familiarity with Army acquisition sustainment and training documentation processes.
• Strong organizational communication and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with Government customers military personnel and cross-functional contractor teams.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.

At The Lockwood Group our people are the foundation of our success. We are built upon strong core values a commitment to mission readiness and a culture focused on innovation accountability and solving problems.

Our purpose is supporting the mission readiness of the U.S. military and its warfighters through high-impact services and solutions. Our vision is to become a next-generation services provider known for operational excellence technical expertise and trusted partnerships across the defense community.

Joining The Lockwood Group means becoming part of a team that values leadership professional growth collaboration and meaningful contributions to critical national defense missions. We offer a competitive benefits package including Paid Time Off medical dental and vision insurance wellness initiatives optional supplemental benefits and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy genetic information disability status as a protected veteran or any other protected category under applicable federal state and local laws.