MSP Air Traffic Control Instructor

SAIC • Minneapolis, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor for its Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Minneapolis-St Paul Intl/Wold-Chamberlain ATCT (MSP) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The position supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

This hands-on role delivers classroom and/or simulation laboratory instruction to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPCs). The instructor mentors students and Remote Pilot Operators, contributes to 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.

SAIC provides contractor instructional services and training-related support at FAA facilities throughout the United States and its territories, supporting the preparation and recurrent training of air traffic control specialists.

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.
• Required experience must be at the same type and same or higher level of ATC facility as the Minneapolis-St Paul Intl/Wold-Chamberlain ATCT (MSP).
• 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.
• 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 CPC experience at the Minneapolis-St Paul Intl/Wold-Chamberlain ATCT (MSP).
• 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 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 delivery of training services that meet local facility needs and the FAA's overall air traffic control mission.

What This Job Offers

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