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BFI Air Traffic Control Instructor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

We are looking for an experienced, Full time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC ... Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques ...

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Air Traffic Control Instructor at HCF

Honolulu, HI

$40K - $80K/yr

We are looking for an experienced, Full time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC ... Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques ...

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DEN Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

Denver, CO

$40K - $80K/yr

We are looking for an experienced, Part-time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC ... Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques ...

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As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for air traffic control manager in the United States is $19.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Air Traffic Control Manager vs Air Traffic Controller?

AspectAir Traffic Control ManagerAir Traffic Controller
CredentialsFAA certifications, management experienceFAA certifications, radar operation training
Work EnvironmentControl towers, airports, management officesControl towers, radar facilities, airports
Employer & IndustryAirports, FAA, aviation industryAirports, FAA, aviation industry

The main difference is that an Air Traffic Control Manager oversees operations, staff, and safety protocols, while an Air Traffic Controller directly manages aircraft movements in real-time. The manager focuses on administrative and supervisory tasks, whereas controllers handle the immediate control of air traffic to ensure safety and efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Air Traffic Control Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,463 per year, or $19.5 per hour.
MSY Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

MSY Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

SAIC

New Orleans, LA

Part-time

Posted 6 days ago

SAIC rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 207 rated it services

Job description

Job ID: 2613967

Location: New Orleans, LA, US

Date Posted: 2026-06-24

Category: Training

Subcategory: Training Analyst

Schedule: Part-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE


Description

  • ATTN FERS RETIREES: Earnings received as an ATC Instructor, ATC Training Instructional Supervisor, or Contractor Site Supervisor working on this program are EXEMPT from the Supplemental Annuity earnings limits for FERS retirees between the ages of 56 and 62.

We are looking for an experienced, Part-time, Air Traffic Control Instructor-I to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl ATCT/TRACON (MSY), located in New Orleans, LA, supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The CTS Instructor-I is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality classroom instruction to a wide variety of students including developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC).

The successful candidate for this position must demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC systems and procedures. This position may provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO), and may participate in curriculum design and development. The selected candidate must demonstrate the knowledge and skills applicable for obtaining classroom instruction certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities within the U.S. National Airspace System.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is responsible for ensuring that air traffic control specialists provide the flying public with a high level of safety and professionalism. A well-trained Air Traffic Control (ATC) workforce plays an essential role in fulfilling this responsibility. The FAA employs more than 14,000 air traffic controllers. They work in air traffic facilities of varying sizes, safely separating more than 50,000 aircraft in the National Airspace System (NAS) each day.

To provide such air traffic services, the FAA trains new air traffic control specialists and provides recurrent training to current air traffic control specialists. The FAA utilizes Contractor-provided instructional services at FAA ATC facilities throughout the U.S. and its Territories to ensure these training needs are met. The scope of the contractor-provided services includes all training and training program support to successfully train and prepare students to become fully certified air traffic controllers. SAIC must provide training and training related support services as required for all types and levels of ATC facilities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
  • The CTS Instructor candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years of FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility. Experience must have been at the same type and same [or greater] level of ATC facility as the Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl ATCT/TRACON (MSY)

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl ATCT/TRACON (MSY) is preferred but not required
  • Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels to ensure the delivery of training services meet the needs of the local facility, as well as the FAA’s overall Air Traffic Control mission is highly desired
  • Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
  • FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification required with the ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-I Certification

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