Lead Trainer - Defense & Public Safety

Company Overview

Volatus Aerospace Inc. is a global leader in aerial solutions, with 100+ years of combined aviation expertise. We specialize in delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions that integrate both piloted and remotely piloted systems. Our offerings include remote operations, enterprise equipment sales, training, and aerial services, aimed at enhancing real-world applications across industries. Our headquarters is based in Vaughan, Ontario with a global reach, supporting clients across multiple sectors including energy, public safety, and infrastructure.

Job Overview

The Lead Trainer – Defense & Public Safety, North America is a senior, customer-facing leadership role responsible for designing, delivering, and evolving advanced unmanned systems training programs for military and public safety organizations.

This position blends:

Operational subject-matter expertise

Training program leadership

Platform development collaboration

Business development support

In addition to developing course material designed for military and public safety organizations, you will play a critical role in shaping training concepts for emerging proprietary MALE platforms, working alongside engineering teams to build scalable, mission-ready training programs. Training will focus on both procedural excellence and tactical employment, ensuring customers can safely, effectively, and operationally deploy systems in real-world environments.

Travel Required (Domestic & International)

Key Responsibilities

Training Development & Delivery

Design, deliver and continuously improve training programs such as:

FPV field applications (both tactical and strategic)

MALE UAS border and asset surveillance and security

Overwatch and crowd security

Emergency response

Counter-UAS (C-UAS) Operations and Planning (red teaming)

Other tactical and strategic applications for small to large drone platforms in real-world defense and public safety / emergency response missions utilizing advanced sensor technologies.

Develop curriculum covering:

Platform – specific operation and maintenance

Procedural Training (SOPs, checklists, safety protocols, and airspace considerations)

Tactical and strategic deployment aligned with real-word defense and public safety missions for both operators and decision makers.

Deliver instructor-led training to:

U.S. and Canadian military units and their leadership

Federal, state/provincial, and local public safety agencies

Adapt content based on mission sets, threat environments, and regulatory frameworks

Platform & Capability Development

Partner with engineering and product teams:

Learn emerging in-house MALE platforms during development

Define training requirements, syllabi, and documentation

Ensure training considerations are integrated into platform design where appropriate

Act as a subject-matter expert (SME) for operational use cases and training implications.

Business Development & Customer Engagement

Support business development and sales efforts by:

Identifying prospective defense and public safety customers

Recognizing training, capability, and operational gaps where solutions may apply

Participating in customer meetings, demonstrations, and evaluations

Act as a trusted technical and operational advisor to customers throughout the sales and delivery lifecycle

Provide feedback from customers to internal teams to inform product and training strategy

Leadership & Representation

Serve as the lead training authority for defense and public safety customers in North America

Represent Volatus Aerospace professionally with military and public safety stakeholders

Contribute to the development of standardized training frameworks as the organization scales

Required Qualifications

Military, Public Safety service, or significant real-world operational experience with:

Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), ISR platforms, FPV systems, or related capabilities

Must have hands-on experience with:

MALE UAS operations

FPV UAS

Counter-UAS (C-UAS) operations or systems

Prior experience in training, instruction, or curriculum development (formal or informal)

Strong understanding of operational procedures, safety, and mission execution

Ability to communicate complex technical and tactical concepts clearly to varied audiences

Willingness and ability to travel extensively

Preferred Qualifications

Instructor qualification or formal training role in military or public safety organizations, especially in C-UAS.

Experience delivering training to external customers or partner organizations

Familiarity with U.S. and/or Canadian defense and public safety environments

Exposure to new platform introduction, test & evaluation, or capability stand-up

Business development, sales support, or customer engagement experience

Experience operating in joint, coalition, or interagency environments.

Why Join Volatus Aerospace

At Volatus Aerospace, you’ll join an innovative and fast-growing organization at the forefront of aerospace autonomy. We offer:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development and career growth opportunities

A collaborative and supportive work environment

The opportunity to work on mission-critical aerospace programs with national and global impact

How to Apply

If you are ready to take your career to new heights, please apply with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.