DJT Air Traffic Control Instructor

SAIC • West Palm Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor for its Controller Training Solutions team at the President Donald J. Trump ATCT/TRACON (DJT) in West Palm Beach, Florida. The position supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

This hands-on role delivers classroom and/or simulation laboratory training 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.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• At least five years of FAA 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 DJT ATCT/TRACON.
• 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 in the National Airspace System.
• 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 CPC experience at the President Donald J. Trump ATCT/TRACON (DJT).
• 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 mission.
• 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 CPCs.
• Mentor students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPOs).
• Participate in curriculum design and development.
• Support the delivery of training services that meet local facility needs and the FAA’s air traffic control mission.

What This Job Offers

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