Air Traffic Control Instructor, FAA Regional Training Site, Philadelphia, PA

SAIC • Philadelphia, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking experienced, former FAA TRACON Air Traffic Controllers to join their team as ATC Instructors. This role involves providing ATC, TSEW, TETRA, and RTF training and instructional services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at the FAA Regional Training Site in Philadelphia, PA. The FAA is responsible for ensuring a high level of safety and professionalism in air traffic control, and a well-trained workforce is crucial. The FAA employs over 14,000 air traffic controllers who manage over 50,000 aircraft daily in the National Airspace System. To meet training needs, the FAA utilizes contractor-provided instructional services to train new and recurrent air traffic control specialists. The contractor's services encompass all training and support necessary to prepare students to become fully certified air traffic controllers across all types and levels of ATC facilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years of CPC ATCS experience in a FAA TRACON
• TRACON experience must have been at a facility equal to or exceeding an FAA ATC Level-10 facility
• US Citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Nice To Haves

• TSEW experience
• Level 11-12 experience

Responsibilities

• Provide ATC, TSEW, TETRA and RTF training
• Provide instructional services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
• Train new air traffic control specialists
• Provide recurrent training to current air traffic control specialists
• Support training program needs for all types and levels of ATC facilities

Benefits

• Earnings received as an ATC Instructor, ATC Training Instructional Supervisor, or Contractor Site Supervisor working on this program are EXEMPT from the Supplemental Annuity earnings limits for FERS retirees between the ages of 56 and 62.

What This Job Offers

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