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ZTL Air Traffic Control Instructor

Hampton, GA · On-site

We are looking for an experienced, Full-time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC ... ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures. This position will provide mentoring for ...

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CLT Air Traffic Control Instructor

Charlotte, NC · On-site

We are looking for an experienced, Full-time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC ... Strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems, and procedures. Must ...

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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 ... ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures. This position will provide mentoring for ...

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MDW Air Traffic Control Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

... automation, simulation systems and procedures. This position may provide mentoring for students and ... traffic control facilities within the U.S. National Airspace System. The CTS Instructor is a ...

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MDW Air Traffic Control Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$40K - $80K/yr

... automation, simulation systems and procedures. This position may provide mentoring for students and ... control facilities within the U.S. National Airspace System. The CTS Instructor is a hands-on ...

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S46 Air Traffic Control Instructor

Seattle, WA • On-site

Science Applications International
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$40K - $80K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Air Traffic Control Instructor

We are looking for an experienced, Full time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Seattle TRACON (S46) in Burien, WA, supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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

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 Seattle TRACON (S46)
  • The successful candidate for this position must demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures. This position will provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO) as well as participate in curriculum design and development. The selected candidate must demonstrate the knowledge and skills applicable for obtaining radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities within the U.S. National Airspace System

Education:

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

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Seattle TRACON (S46) is preferred but not required
  • Operational Experience with ATC simulators including scenario design for simulation platforms (e.g. TSS, AT Coach, SGET, etc.)
  • 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 FAAs 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

Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion.

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