DATACOM Traveling Remote Pilot Operator

SAIC • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

SAIC is seeking full-time Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) candidates for its traveling Datacom team, supporting Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) air traffic controller training services. This is not a UAS, UAV, RPV, or drone pilot position.

The RPO plays the roles of pilots and other controllers in an air traffic controller training simulator. Using a simulated radar display and voice communication system, the RPO simulates pilot actions and communications with remote ATC facilities during medium- and high-fidelity training exercises. RPOs receive voice commands from students, enter appropriate information into the automated system, interpret displayed information using ATC terminology, and respond to students through the voice communication system using proper phraseology.

Candidates must complete classroom certification, including a test on airspace and procedures, and lab certification, demonstrating performance as an RPO on all positions. SAIC provides training and training-related support services for FAA ATC facilities throughout the United States and its territories.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals.
• Ability to speak clearly and be understood.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team, including with multimedia developers, quality assurance, instructional system designers, subject matter experts, and instructors.
• Experience and certification in an ATC Tower, TRACON, or En Route simulation lab.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of FAAO JO 7110.65.
• Effective team-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Basic familiarity with current technology tools such as tablets, notebooks, and applications.
• Basic familiarity or experience with pilot/controller communications or phraseology.

Responsibilities

• Simulate the roles and actions of pilots and remote air traffic control facilities during controller training exercises.
• Operate simulated radar displays and voice communication systems.
• Receive voice commands from student air traffic controllers and enter appropriate information into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
• Interpret displayed information using appropriate air traffic control terminology.
• Respond to students through the voice communication system using proper phraseology.
• Complete classroom and laboratory certifications, including demonstrating RPO performance on all positions.

What This Job Offers

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