Air Traffic Control Instructor-II (Tower)

SAIC • College Park, GA

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About The Position

We are looking for an experienced, ATCT (Tower) Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the FAA Regional Office in College Park, GA, supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). 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. To provide such air traffic services, the FAA trains new air traffic control specialists and provides recurrent training to current air traffic control specialists. To ensure these training needs are met, the FAA utilizes Contractor-provided instructional services at the FAA Academy and FAA ATC facilities throughout the U.S. and its Territories. 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. The CTS Instructor-II is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality training to a wide variety of developmental air traffic control students. The successful candidate for this position must be able to demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures, and must demonstrate the knowledge and skills required for obtaining ATCT (TSS) simulation laboratory certification.

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of 3 years of FAA CPC or equivalent Military ATCS experience in a civilian/military ATCT or ATCT/TRACON or other equivalent civilian facility.
• Experience must have been at a facility equal to or exceeding an ATC facility level 7, up to and including level 9.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) or Military equivalent certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience as a certified ATC Instructor 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.
• Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality training to developmental air traffic control students.
• Provide training and training-related support services for all types and levels of ATC facilities.
• Demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation and simulation systems.
• Obtain and maintain ATCT (TSS) simulation laboratory certification.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees