RTC-IL Remote Pilot Operator

SAIC • Elgin, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a full-time Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) for its Controller Training Solutions team at the Regional Training Site in Elgin, Illinois. The position supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This is not a UAS, UAV, RPV, or drone pilot position.

The RPO acts as pilots and other controllers in an air traffic controller training simulator. Using a simulated radar display and voice communication system, the operator simulates pilot actions and communications with remote ATC facilities during medium- and high-fidelity training exercises. The operator receives voice commands from students, enters appropriate information into the automated system, interprets displayed information using ATC terminology, and responds through the voice communication system using proper phraseology.

The candidate must complete classroom certification, including passing a test on airspace and procedures, and lab certification, demonstrating performance as an RPO on all positions.

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 multimedia developers, quality assurance personnel, 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 the MS Office Suite, 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

• Operate a simulated radar display and voice communication system during ATC training exercises.
• Simulate the actions and communications of pilots and remote ATC facilities.
• Receive voice commands from students and enter appropriate information into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
• Translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology.
• Respond to students through the voice communication system using proper phraseology.
• Complete classroom certification, including passing a test on airspace and procedures.
• Complete lab certification by performing as an RPO on all positions.

What This Job Offers

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