Training Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Training Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine provides professional training in the field of unmanned systems and general military disciplines. The Center integrates comprehensive educational and scientific components.

History

The foundations of the Center were established in the early 2000s, when it specialized in training in radio-electronic intelligence, electronic warfare, and general military disciplines.

Throughout the development and transformation of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Training Center changed its subordination, adapting to new wartime challenges and the growing role of unmanned systems.

Today, the Center trains both recruits and highly specialized professionals for all units of the Unmanned Systems Forces and beyond.

Here, servicemen of the Unmanned Systems Forces master the latest unmanned aerial and ground robotic systems under the guidance of instructors with up-to-date combat experience.

Oleh “Gefest” Ochkan

Commander of the 190th Training Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

"Gefest” is the newly appointed commander of the Training Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces, which specializes in training professionals in the field of unmanned systems. He has extensive leadership and management experience, a deep understanding of modern warfare principles, and a clear vision of the role of unmanned technologies on the battlefield.

In his work, he places emphasis on a systematic approach to training, the integration of combat experience into educational programs, and the preparation of personnel for real operational conditions involving unmanned systems.

His priority is the development of professional, technologically proficient crews and specialists capable of operating effectively in the conditions of modern warfare.

Advantages and Key Features

For instructors and permanent personnel:

work in a secure area, far from the line of contact
monthly financial compensation for instructors starting from UAH 50,000
the opportunity to pass on acquired experience to a new generation of motivated and committed servicemen
exchange of experience and practical engagement within top units of the Unmanned Systems Forces
career growth prospects in rank and position
proper working conditions and strong support from the command

For cadets:

instructors — military personnel with combat experience, as well as civilian pilots, engineers, decryptors, and technicians
each course is built on combat experience, real operational scenarios, and modern technologies
professional training on the latest systems based on up-to-date and proprietary training programs
a systematic approach — from basic to advanced: theory, simulation, basic flight training
post-graduation online support from instructors