ZFW FT Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

SAIC • Fort Worth, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced, full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor to join its Controller Training Solutions team at the Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW) in Fort Worth, Texas. The position supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

This hands-on role delivers classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPCs). The instructor mentors students and Remote Pilot Operators, participates in curriculum design and development, and must demonstrate knowledge and skills applicable to obtaining radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities.

The FAA uses contractor-provided instructional and training-support services at facilities throughout the United States and its territories to train new specialists and provide recurrent training to current specialists. These services support preparation of students to become fully certified air traffic controllers across different types and levels of ATC facilities.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• At least five years of FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience as a contract instructor at an FAA facility.
• Experience must be at the same type and same or greater level of ATC facility as the Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW).
• Strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems, and procedures.
• Knowledge and skills applicable to obtaining radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities within the U.S. National Airspace System.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification and ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW).
• Operational experience with ATC simulators, including scenario design for platforms such as TSS, AT Coach, and SGET.
• Ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels to ensure training services meet local facility needs and the FAA’s overall air traffic control mission.
• Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers.
• Mentor students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPOs).
• Participate in curriculum design and development.
• Support training services at the Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW) and help prepare students to become fully certified air traffic controllers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED