Expression of Interest – sUAS Training Instructor
Various locations across the UK
Vacancy listed 22/07/2026
Application deadline 31/10/2026
Details
Company Overview

Here at Eagle Eye Innovations, we pride ourselves on being the only company specialising in all genres and classifications of drone technology. Our EEI Academy instructors have over 120 years of military experience and thousands of amassed operating hours on a wide variety of drones in both a commercial and operational setting.

We have expertise on all matters relating to drones, drone training and drone surveying within our team ranging from sub 25kg aircrafts, such as the Mavic Mini, through to the MQ-9 Reaper and other Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) aircrafts. We have been operating both nationally and globally since 2013 and are the longest running drone training and consultancy organisation in the United Kingdom.

Our team is the most experienced available within the industry and we are passionate about driving and delivering our vision; to enable safe RPAS (Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems) operations for the world.

Our team of professionals span the full spectrum of RPAS operations and we take pride in the fact that we place our people, and our culture, at the heart of our business.

Expression of Interest – sUAS Training Instructor
 
Eagle Eye Innovations Ltd  is seeking Expressions of Interest from individuals interested in supporting the delivery and development of high-quality sUAS training programmes across various locations including Lincolnshire, the North East, South West and South Coast of England.

This opportunity is suited to individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • sUAS instructional and/or operational delivery
  • sUAS technical expertise
  • Training assurance and validation
  • Safety and airworthiness awareness
 
The successful individual will support the delivery of a mix of:

  • Classroom-based instruction
  • Synthetic/simulator training
  • Live flying instruction
 
Training activity may include the development of remote pilots, sensor operators and other sUAS personnel, with a focus on the safe, effective and compliant operation of uncrewed aircraft systems.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should be able to demonstrate:

  • Relevant sUAS operational and/or instructional experience
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • A commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence
  • The ability to work within established training and quality frameworks
  • A valid GVC and/or RPC-L1 Part A and Part B qualification
  • Experience conducting Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations
  • Experience operating within Defence, aviation or other safety-critical environments is desirable
 
Desirable Experience

  • Military or civilian flying training experience
  • Instructional qualifications
  • Experience developing training material and assessments
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks including UK CAA, SORA or equivalent authorisation processes
  • Experience supporting training assurance, validation or standardisation activities
  • Experience operating within complex BVLOS environments and supporting BVLOS training delivery
 
Security Requirements

Due to the nature of elements of the roles, 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

When expressing your interest, we kindly ask that you attach a short cover letter alongside your CV. In your cover letter, please tell us:

  • Why you’re interested in this role
  • What excites you about working with our team
  • How your skills and experience make you a great fit
  • Please let us know your likely availability

This helps us get to know you beyond your CV and understand what motivates you to join us.
Benefits

Employer-matched pension scheme with salary sacrifice (up to 6%).
Death in Service (3x Salary).
Employee Health insurance with AXA Health.
28 days leave per year, plus Bank Holidays.
Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave.
Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (upon successful completion of probation).
Cycle to work scheme.
Generous annual employee training budget for continuous professional development.
Employee discount scheme.

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