ZFW FT Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

SAIC • Fort Worth, TX

13h • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced, full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor to join its Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW) in Fort Worth, Texas, supporting air traffic controller training services for the FAA. This hands-on position delivers classroom and/or simulation laboratory instruction to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPCs). The instructor also mentors students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPOs), participates in curriculum design and development, and must demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to obtain radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities.

The CTS program provides training and related support services to prepare students to become fully certified air traffic controllers and to support recurrent training for current controllers. The posting notes that earnings from work as an ATC Instructor, ATC Training Instructional Supervisor, or Contractor Site Supervisor on this program are exempt from Supplemental Annuity earnings limits for FERS retirees ages 56–62.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• 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.
• Required 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification.
• 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 meets 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 commitment to 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 FAA air traffic controller training services and help prepare students to become fully certified controllers.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills applicable to obtaining radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities.

What This Job Offers

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