BFI Air Traffic Control Instructor

SAIC • Seattle, WA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor for its Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Boeing Air Traffic Control Tower (BFI) in Seattle, Washington. The role supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The instructor delivers classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPCs), and mentors students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPOs). The position also participates in curriculum design and development and requires the knowledge and skills needed to obtain radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities.

The contractor-provided program supports training and related services for FAA facilities so students can become fully certified air traffic controllers and current controllers can receive recurrent training. The posting notes that earnings in this role are exempt from Supplemental Annuity earnings limits for FERS retirees ages 56 to 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.
• Experience must be at the same type and same or greater level of ATC facility as the Boeing ATCT (BFI).
• 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 Boeing ATCT (BFI).
• 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 align training services with 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.
• Provide training services that support the preparation of students to become fully certified air traffic controllers.
• Demonstrate 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