Remote Pilot Operator

PenBay Technology Group•Merrimack, NH

1d•Remote

About The Position

PenBay is looking for motivated, computer-savvy individuals to work as Remote Pilot Operators. No aviation experience is required, but helpful. Experience as a computer operator, RPO, air traffic control specialist, or (student) pilot is highly desirable. Candidates that have completed aviation studies coursework, are certified in the terminal radar lab or en route lab, or otherwise possess a working knowledge of the FAAO JO 7110.65 are preferred. The Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) operates a combination of Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)/keyboard/Voice Communication System (VCS) to simulate the actions and communication of pilots and remote ATC facilities during medium and high-fidelity training exercises. RPOs receive voice commands from students, input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions, translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology, and respond to the student via the VCS utilizing proper phraseology. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a UAS / UAV / RPV Pilot / Operator position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least one (1) year of experience in a comparable position
Demonstrated minimum keyboard speed of forty (40) wpm with ninety (90) percent accuracy rate
Ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals
Ability to speak clearly and be understood
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc)
Basic familiarization of current technologic tools (tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.)
Candidates will be subject to FAA security screening
Must pass knowledge tests with a score of at least 70%
Must pass skills tests

Nice To Haves

Aviation experience
Experience as a computer operator, RPO, air traffic control specialist, or (student) pilot
Completed aviation studies coursework
Certified in the terminal radar lab or en route lab
Working knowledge of the FAAO JO 7110.65
Experience working in a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

Operates a combination of Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)/keyboard/Voice Communication System (VCS) to simulate the actions and communication of pilots and remote ATC facilities during medium and high-fidelity training exercises.
Receives voice commands from students.
Inputs proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
Translates displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology.
Responds to the student via the VCS utilizing proper phraseology.
Must be laboratory certified within the first 120 days calendar days of reporting for duty at the facility.
Completes knowledge and skills tests for each area/sector to be supported.
Observes a previously certified RPO, an FAA employee, or Contractor instructor performing RPO duties on a minimum of five (5) simulation scenarios.
Receives on the job training on at least five (5) but no more than twenty (20) simulation scenarios on each control position to be supported.
Achieves simulation laboratory certification within one hundred twenty (120) days of reporting for duty at the facility.