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Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is hiring a Training Manager for the DHS Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) program. The role involves leading the entire training ecosystem to deliver performance-based training on various systems and managing instructors, curricula, assessments, and training logistics to ensure compliance and readiness aligned with program milestones.

Highlights

Lead the development and execution of training strategy and roadmap aligned with DHS C-UAS program phases.
Manage creation of Training Management Plan, instructor and student guides, and training calendars.
Develop blended learning including classroom, simulator, live fly, and on-the-job training scenarios.
Coordinate range resources, airspace windows, and logistics for live training exercises.
Recruit, certify, and coach instructors and manage Train the Trainer programs.
Integrate cybersecurity, safety, and airspace coordination into all relevant training modules.
Build and maintain audit-ready training records and credentialing system with readiness dashboards.
Must hold active SECRET security clearance and be a U.S. citizen.
Require 15+ years experience in technical training programs with at least 3 years managing instructors or multi-site delivery.
Salary ranges from $96,000 to $123,000 annually.

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$96,000.00 To $123,000.00 Annually

Training Manager – DHS Counter‑Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C‑UAS) Program

Overview

The C-UAS Training Manager leads the end‑to‑end training ecosystem for the DHS Counter‑UAS (C‑UAS) program—covering operators, maintainers, deployers, helpdesk/triage, and leadership/decision‑makers. You will stand up a compliant, audit‑ready training pipeline aligned with program milestones (DT/OT, deployments, accreditation/fielding) and will deliver blended, performance‑based training on sensors (RF/radar/EO‑IR), C2 software & analytics, networking/backhaul, trailerized kits/power, cybersecurity procedures, safety, and incident response.

This role will manage instructors, develop curricula and assessments, coordinate range resources and live‑fly training windows, track credentials, and continuously improve outcomes using data.

Locations: Annapolis, MD, Baltimore, MD, or DC

Salary Range: $96,000 - $123,000

Responsibilities:

• Build a training strategy and roadmap tied to program phases (integration, test, fielding, sustainment) with clearly defined proficiency targets, requalification cadence, and surge/continuity plans.

• Establish the Training System Requirements (roles, knowledge/skills/behaviors, prerequisites, facilities, ranges, devices, logistics, and evaluation methods).

• Create and manage the Training Management Plan (TMP), Instructor Guides (IGs), Student Guides (SGs), Course Master Syllabi (CMS), and annual training calendars.

• Define training pathways for distinct audiences: Operator, Maintainer, Field Deployment, Analyst/Watch, Site Logistics/Property, and Leadership/Incident Commander.

• Apply HSEEP and Agile methodologies to design courses, micro learning, and full mission scenarios; align learning objectives to mission tasks and system KPPs/MOEs/MOPs.

• Develop table top exercises (TTX), simulator events, live fly evolutions, and on the job training (OJT).

• Produce step by step SOPs/Job Aids, quick reaction checklists, fault isolation trees, and performance support tools built into the C2 workflow.

• Integrate cybersecurity, safety, spectrum discipline, and airspace coordination into every relevant course, including pre deployment checkouts.

• Recruit, certify, schedule, and coach a cadre of instructors/SMEs; run Train the Trainer programs and peer reviews.

• Coordinate ranges and airspace windows for live fly training in concert with the test/deployment teams; ensure scripts, risk assessments, and deconfliction plans are in place.

• Deliver blended training onsite, at forward operating locations, and virtually; adjust modality to mission tempo and learner availability.

• Build entry, formative, summative, and operational assessments.

• Define go/no go criteria, minimum passing scores, and recertification intervals by role.

• Run an auditable Training Records & Credentialing system.

• Issue and manage role based badges/credentials and maintain a current Readiness Dashboard for leadership.

• Align training with deployment waves—conduct pre deployment work ups, logistics rehearsals, and site acceptance checklists.

• Plan and execute readiness exercises tied to realistic threat profiles, weather, RF environments, and mission injects.

• Provide mobile training teams (MTTs) and embedded OJT during pilots/operational test periods; capture lessons learned to refine curricula.

• Establish training KPIs and a learning analytics model to drive updates to content, devices, and instruction.

• Interface with Engineering, Test & Evaluation, Cyber, Deployment, Logistics/Property, and Helpdesk leads to ensure training reflects the latest baselines, patches, and SOPs.

• Chair or support Readiness Reviews/Training Working Groups, publish after action reports, and track closure of corrective actions.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Must be a U.S citizen with an ACTIVE security clearance of at least the SECRET level.

• Associate's in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a technical discipline OR equivalent experience.

• 15+ years leading complex training programs for technical/operational systems; at least 3 years managing instructors or multi‑site delivery.

• Demonstrated experience designing task‑/scenario‑based curricula for mission systems (preferably C4ISR, UAS/C‑UAS, radar/RF, or public safety).

• Proven ability to plan and execute live, on‑range training with integrated safety, logistics, and comms requirements.

• Strong documentation discipline and audit‑ready recordkeeping; experience aligning training with formal program gates/acceptance criteria.

• Excellent facilitation, briefing, and stakeholder management skills; able to translate technical concepts for mixed audiences.

Compensation- Salary

At Fairwinds, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location and experience. Additional incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time, exempt position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

Must be eligible to work in the US.

AAP/EEO Statement

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

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