D10 - CA Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

SAIC • Euless, TX

10h • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced, casual Air Traffic Control Instructor-II to join its Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Dallas/Fort Worth TRACON (D10) in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. The role supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

This hands-on position delivers classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPCs). The instructor must demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems, and procedures, and knowledge and skills applicable to obtaining radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities in the U.S. National Airspace System. The position may also provide mentoring to students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPOs), and may participate in curriculum design and development.

SAIC provides contractor-delivered training and training-related support at FAA facilities to help prepare students to become fully certified air traffic controllers and to provide recurrent training to current controllers.

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 have been at the same type and same or greater level of ATC facility as the Dallas/Fort Worth TRACON (D10).
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory and Classroom Certification.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Dallas/Fort Worth TRACON (D10).
• Operational experience with ATC simulators, including scenario design for simulation 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 supports the FAA's air traffic control mission.
• Excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers.
• Provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPOs), as needed.
• Participate in curriculum design and development, as needed.
• Support training services at the Dallas/Fort Worth TRACON and help meet local facility and FAA training needs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED