ZTL Remote Pilot Operator

SAIC • Hampton, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a full-time Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) to join its Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Atlanta ARTCC (ZTL) in Hampton, Georgia. This is not a UAS, UAV, RPV, or drone pilot position. The role supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The RPO portrays 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. The RPO receives voice commands from students, enters appropriate information into the automated system, interprets displayed information using ATC terminology, and responds to students through the voice communication system using proper phraseology.

Candidates must complete classroom certification, including passing a test on airspace and procedures, and lab certification, demonstrating performance as an RPO on all positions. The work supports FAA training intended to prepare new air traffic control specialists and provide recurrent training to current specialists.

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 staff, 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 with or experience in pilot/controller communications or phraseology.

Responsibilities

• Portray pilots and other controllers in the air traffic control training simulator.
• Operate simulated radar displays and voice communication systems during medium- and high-fidelity training exercises.
• Receive student voice commands and enter appropriate information into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
• Translate displayed information into appropriate air traffic control 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 a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions.

What This Job Offers

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