MTT UAS Advisor​/Trainer

Job Overview

BTS is seeking an MTT UAS Advisor/Trainer to serve as a Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Trainer / Remotely Piloted Vehicle (RPV) Pilot responsible for planning, developing, and delivering instructional training related to UAS and C-UAS operations. This position supports the Engineering and System Integration Directorate (ESID) by designing and updating training programs, instructional materials, and operational content to meet evolving mission and system requirements.

Aberdeen, MD

Secret (TS/SCI eligible) / TS/SCI preferable

Worldwide Deployable. Must be available for deployments up to 6 months at a time, rotating with other deployers and training in the Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD area.

• Responsible for COTS UAS multi‑rotor platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote‑piloted ground and air vehicle systems.
• Be willing to deploy to various Areas of Responsibility on short notice.
• Have extensive experience in either Special Operations, Special Forces or a senior Combat Arms background.
• Be able to travel CONUS and OCONUS to disseminate relevant threat information.

• Assist with the preparation of all instructor materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course evaluation forms).
• Support training of US and Coalition Forces.
• Define vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure regarding threats by UAS/RPV such as TTPs to include emplacement TTPs and photo TTP.
• Responsible for the acquisition, fabrication, modification, programming, and maintenance of RPV for test events.
• Launch and recover the air vehicle; perform pre‑flight, in‑flight, and post‑flight checks.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute UAS flight operations in support of research, training, and operational objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial ISR data to support mission requirements and decision‑making.
• Develop and refine tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) related to UAS employment and counter‑UAS environments.
• Produce high‑quality deliverables, including reports, after‑action reports, briefings, and storyboards.
• Conduct pattern‑of‑life analysis, terrain analysis, and target development using aerial and ground‑based data.
• Support Red Team / Red Air operations, simulating threat UAS activity for training audiences.
• Integrate UAS capabilities into live‑fire exercises, training events, and operational scenarios.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and airspace requirements (FAA, DoD, local guidance).
• Maintain and troubleshoot UAS platforms, sensors, and associated equipment.
• Mentor junior analysts and operators on UAS employment and analytical methodologies.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Intelligence, Engineering, Data Analysis, or related discipline).
• 8 or more years of experience in military operations, intelligence analysis, or UAS operations.
• Proven experience operating small UAS platforms (DJI, military SUAS) in complex environments.
• Strong analytical skills with experience producing actionable intelligence or operational insights.
• Experience supporting training exercises, Red Teaming, or operational test events.
• Ability to work independently in dynamic, high‑tempo environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Prior military experience (E6+ combat arms, Special Operations Forces, or ISR background).
• Experience with counter‑UAS operations or threat replication.
• Familiarity with targeting methodologies (CARVER, ISR integration).
• FAA Part 107 certification or ability to obtain.
• Experience operating in OCONUS or austere environments.
• Background in live‑fire support, range operations, or NTC/JRTC rotations.

• Knowledge of the Military Decision‑Making Process (MDMP).
• Experience with all RPV types (land, air, and sea) and ability to design or fabricate with limited instructions or pre‑built kits.
• Ability to explain technical RPV knowledge, capabilities, limitations, and impacts to DoD capabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.