Job Description

UAS Associate

• 497529

• Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

• Aviation

• Aviation/UAS

• Full-time Staff

• Closing on: Jan 25 2026

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Salary/Position Classification

• $48,000+ annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite in Grand Forks, ND.

Purpose of Position

Assist UAS Faculty and Flight Operation Instructors on instruction and evaluation of student performance. Teach Avit 126 – Introduction to UAS Flight Lab, assist in development of UAS lesson planning and scenarios using Simulation software in curriculum while providing UAS instruction for Avit 126 and other UAS courses as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot of UAS Program.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist UAS instructors in instructing and evaluating student performance in both face-to-face and online classes:
  • Monitor student in the UAS simulators to ensure compliance with all UAS curriculum.
  • Evaluate students in the simulators in both the face-to-face and online classroom.
  • Grade simulation and UAS flight testing.
  • Fill in for instructors during absences.
  • Proctor and schedule tests and quizzes for simulations and flight exams in both the face-to-face and online classroom.
  • Input flight and simulation grades into the Blackboard Learning Management System as needed.
  • Assist in safely conducting UAS operations adhering to SMS principles, processes, and procedures.
• Instruct AVIT126 – Introduction to UAS Flight Lab:
  • Be responsible for Flight Lab instruction for Avit 126 – Intro to UAS in both the face-to-face and online modalities.
  • Open and close Flight Lab in Robin Hall daily.
  • Be point-of-contact for Flight Lab issues and scheduling as needed. -
• Assist in development of UAS Simulation in curriculum while providing UAS instruction for AVIT 126 and other UAS courses as needed:
  • Maintain inventory status and software updates for sUAS fleet.
  • Developing and maintaining instructional tools in UAS courses to be used by UAS students and faculty.
  • Building and developing simulator scenarios for face-to-face and online simulations.
  • Aid students in download and set-up of cloud-based simulation software.
  • Train and instruct students on use of face-to-face and online simulation software.
  • Assist students throughout term on technical issues using cloud-based simulation software.
  • Assist academic instructors to conduct UAS instruction and demonstrations in various courses.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Flight Instructor of UAS Program:
  
  
  • Site set up for operations for all UAS aircraft (e.g. ScanEagle, Daedelus, sUAS)
  • Assist in research
  • Promoting a positive safety culture throughout UAS Program.
  • Assist in promotion of UAS program - outreach and customer service.
  • Available at scheduled times to answer student questions.
  • Maintain front desk – monitoring activities and maintaining UAS presence.
  • Supervisor student staff as needed.

Required Competencies

• Motivated self-starter with ability to perform without direct supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to make sound decisions concerning training problems.
• Good team building skills.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation.
• Private Pilot Certificate with Instrument training through AVIT 221.
• ScanEagle UAS experience.
• Experience working with UAS Aircraft
• Minimum of 20 hours logged experience working with UAS simulators.
• Part 107 Remote Pilot Operator.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in UAS Operations.
• Commercial Certificate with Instrument rating.
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor.
• Satisfactorily completed FAA Fundamentals of Instruction Exam.
• MQ1/MQ9 and or PMATS (actual/simulation) UAS Experience.
• Computer networking experience.
• Experience in photogrammetry software.

To Apply

Submit resume and cover letter by closing date for position.

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks here!

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Additional Information

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Need help?

Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701.777.4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.

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