- Location
- Madison, AL
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Clearance
- Required
- Source
- ApplicantPro
Description
Griffon Aerospace is a trusted aerospace solutions provider based in Madison, Alabama, specializing in the design, development, and operation of advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Since 1995, we have delivered over 12,000 unmanned air vehicles to the Department of Defense, allied nations, and commercial customers. We pride ourselves on being a lion-hearted partner, designing, building, and flying the most capable and intelligent aerial systems that give our servicemen an unfair advantage wherever they fly.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Training & Technical Documentation Specialist with a military Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and aviation background to support a military customer by developing, maintaining, and delivering a comprehensive Training Support Package (TSP) for new equipment and system capabilities. This role requires an individual with prior aviation instructor and/or standardization pilot experience who can quickly become qualified on the assigned system, achieve operational and maintenance proficiency, and convert that knowledge into validated technical documentation and training products.
Responsibilities:
- Achieve qualification on the assigned UAS platform, including hands-on operational and maintenance proficiency, functional use, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Develop, update, and maintain a complete Training Support Package (TSP) in accordance with government standards and program requirements.
- Create high-quality technical documentation, including: – Operator manuals – Maintenance manuals – Procedures, checklists, and quick reference guides
- Develop training materials such as: – Instructor-led training content – Student guides – PowerPoint presentations – Assessments, training aids, and multimedia content
- Coordinate with engineering, logistics, and program management teams to ensure documentation accuracy and currency.
- Submit all technical manuals, maintenance materials, and training products to the government for formal review, validation, and approval.
- Incorporate government feedback and required changes in a timely and compliant manner.
- Support training events, demonstrations, and fielding activities as needed.
- Maintain configuration control of all documentation and training materials.
Required Qualifications:
- Prior military UAS and/or aviation experience, with background as an aviation instructor and/or standardization pilot (e.g., Instructor Pilot, Instructor Operator, or Standardization Instructor/Evaluator).
- Demonstrated ability to achieve hands-on system/platform qualification and translate operational and maintenance knowledge into clear, user-focused technical documentation.
- Experience developing technical documentation, training materials, or curriculum for military systems or programs.
- Strong understanding of military training standards, formats, and validation processes (e.g., TSP, IETM, TACOM/PEO requirements).
- Excellent writing, editing, and organizational skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, logisticians, and government customers.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and common documentation tools.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior military UAS operator, maintainer, or crew experience in addition to instructor/standardization background.
- Experience with training development methodologies such as ADDIE.
- Familiarity with maintenance practices, technical data packages, or system fielding processes.
- Knowledge of configuration management principles.
- Previous support to Army, DoD, or similar government programs.
Job Location
- Madison, Alabama, United States
Position Type
- Full-Time/Regular
Compensation/Benefits
- Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefits Package
US Citizenship Required
- Yes
Ability to Obtain Security Clearance
- Yes
