Inzpire – Expression of Interest – Remotely Piloted Air Systems (RPAS) Instructor Job at Greater Lincoln Area, United Kingdom Full Time NEW

We are a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company that design, develop, and deliver some of the world’s most advanced defence related training, products, and services.

We were recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. We have been listed as one of the ‘100 Best Large Companies to Work For’ in the UK and Midlands by Best Companies several times as well as achieving ‘Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation’ and a rating of ‘world-class’ for our employee engagement on a number of occasions. We are also proud to have been honoured with two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation, for our next-generation GECO military mission planning system.

As part of a unique and specialist defence company, our friendly team consists of experienced and highly capable individuals, working together with a mature ‘can do’ work ethic. Our central business functions are located in an easily accessible, bright and modern head office to the west of Lincoln, alongside our mission systems team, while the majority of our operational specialists are embedded alongside our Defence customers.

THE ROLE

We are looking for an existing instructor with experience in training delivery and lesson writing to support the growth of an existing team, supporting a number of programmes and projects, especially in the Mini or Small UAS and Tactical RPAS categories. The projects you will be involved in will be UK based but as part of the Inzpire team, there may be opportunities to be involved in wider projects across UK Defence, International and Civil UAS opportunities.

The role will be varied in focus and will include design and delivery of UAS technical training in accordance with current Defence System Approach to Training (DSAT) methodology.

Successful candidates may be required to start at short notice so please let us know your availability when contacting us.

THE PERSON

Inzpire is looking for dynamic, proactive individuals with a ‘can do attitude’ who are capable of working within a military training environment with minimal supervision and are keen to contribute their own experience, suggesting ideas to continually improve the training delivery.

At times the role will require flexible working or shift work in support of our customers training needs. Prior military or a uniformed service background is highly desirable, especially in the operation of UAS in the land environment; all services and cap badges will be considered. Additionally, if further UAS experience has been gained after leaving military service in a civil capacity, this will also be considered favourably. However, we are also keen to build on the experience of highly experienced civilian UAS Pilots who may not have served in the military but have outstanding skills and experience in UAS operations.

All candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Experienced Fixed Wing (Stalker/Eagle and or Puma, highly desirable) and Multi-Rotor UAS operator (evidenced with Logbook)
• Experience in teaching or instructing others
• Valid Driving Licence.
• In date Passport.

The ideal candidate would have some of the following skills and experience:

• Military Experience – HM Forces Veteran with significant service or
• Civil UAS Operations Experience – at least a couple of logged UAS operations
• Letter of Recommendation from military chain of command or past civil UAS employer.
• Civilian (CAA) UAS Qualifications – GVC/LPC L1 MR and FW (both essential for some roles).
• Mini/Small-UAS Instructional Experience (e.g. Wasp/Desert Hawk 3/Puma/Eagle or equivalent).
• Military RPAS or Tactical UAS Pilot / Sensor Operator experience.
• Instructor Qualifications: accredited to Level 3 Award in Education are highly desirable, but other instructional qualifications will be considered including Defence Train the Trainer (DTTT) or Aircrew Instructor Course (AIC), CFS qualifications etc.
• Familiarity with JSP822 Defence System Approach to Training (DSAT) methodology.
• Extant Security Clearance (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) highly desirable.
• Familiarity with MAA RA 1600 series
• Familiarity with CAA UAS category regulations

LOCATION AND HOURS OF WORK

The place of work will predominantly be in the vicinity of Wiltshire to support a customer but may require travel to other parts of mainland UK to deliver courses, and within the EU, up to 40 hours a week. Candidates should live in UK. Where delivery takes place away from their primary work location, travel, accommodation and subsistence costs will be covered, however, it is expected that employees will have their own vehicle for UK based travel.

Due to the nature of elements of the role, the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record, security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years.

How To Apply

If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high-performing team, supporting the delivery of exceptional award-winning products and services to our customers, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV.

Please note that we are part of the QinetiQ group and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website in order to complete your application.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
• Uncapped paid leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).
• Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
• QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.
• Death in service (x4 salary).
• Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
• Business travel insurance.
• Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.
• Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inzpire are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse, talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success, therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual, irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic.

We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers, reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.