Electronic Warfare Instructor

Draken offers exciting careers that matter. We believe that mission success does not start with the mission itself. It begins with our people.

Draken also believes in fair reward and recognition for our employees. As such, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including up to 12% matching pension contributions, bonus incentives, discounted PMI, electric car scheme, tech vouchers, wellbeing programmes and much more.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Electronic Warfare (EW) Instructor to support the design, development, and delivery of high‑quality academic EW training across the EMEA region. This role is ideal for seasoned EW practitioners, reservists, defence professionals, or subject matter experts who want to share their expertise through structured, classroom‑based instruction.

Available on both full‑time and part‑time bases, the position offers flexibility while contributing to the development of the next generation of EW professionals.

• Design, develop, and maintain academic EW course materials including presentations, lesson plans, exercises, and assessments.
• Translate complex EW concepts into clear, engaging content suitable for both technical and non‑technical learners.
• Ensure courseware remains accurate, current, and aligned with evolving EW doctrine and technology trends.
• Collaborate with instructors, SMEs, and academic leads to review and continuously improve course content.

• Deliver classroom‑based EW instruction across multiple course levels.
• Present complex EW theory clearly, adapting delivery to varied learner backgrounds.
• Deliver training at customer sites, partner locations, or academy facilities across EMEA.
• Support the refinement and updating of EW curricula and learning materials.
• Contribute to lesson planning, course presentations, and structured learning activities.
• Support assessments, knowledge checks, and feedback processes.

• Facilitate discussion, critical thinking, and conceptual understanding.
• Provide academic mentoring and subject matter guidance to learners.
• Maintain a professional, inclusive, and supportive training environment.

• Deliver training in line with organisational, security, and quality requirements.
• Remain informed on emerging EW technologies, threats, and doctrine.
• Represent the Academy professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrable experience in Electronic Warfare, Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong understanding of EW principles, terminology, and operational concepts.
• Experience delivering instruction, briefings, or training in academic or professional settings.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to non‑specialist audiences.
• Willingness and ability to travel across the EMEA region.
• Military, defence, or government background.
• Previous experience in formal instructional roles.
• Familiarity with adult learning principles or academic training environments.
• Experience developing training content or supporting curriculum design.
• Relevant training or instructional qualifications.

• Confident and engaging presenter.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised, reliable, and self‑motivated.
• Professional judgement and discretion.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development.

• Regular delivery of academic EW instruction.
• Active involvement in course development and academic activities.
• Travel across EMEA to support planned training programmes.

• Flexible teaching commitments aligned with scheduled courses.
• Ideal for subject matter experts balancing other roles.
• Travel requirements aligned to agreed training events.

Our employee values

Draken is committed to eliminating unlawful and unfair discrimination and we celebrate the differences that a diverse workforce brings. A range of perspective and talent supports our values and drives our success, with a mix of voices generating better discussions, business decisions and outcomes for all.

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