AVP Remote Pilot Operator

SAIC • Avoca, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a full-time Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) to join its Controller Training Solutions team at the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International ATCT/TRACON in Avoca, Pennsylvania. 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 plays the role of pilots and other controllers in an air traffic control 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.

The candidate must complete Classroom certification, which includes passing a test on airspace and procedures, and Lab certification, which involves performing as an RPO on all positions.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team, including with multimedia developers, quality assurance staff, instructional systems 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

• Operate a simulated radar display and voice communication system during air traffic controller training exercises.
• Simulate the actions and communications of pilots and remote ATC facilities during medium- and high-fidelity exercises.
• Receive voice commands from students and enter appropriate information into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
• Interpret displayed information and communicate it using appropriate ATC terminology and proper phraseology.
• Complete Classroom certification, including a test on airspace and procedures, and Lab certification, performing as an RPO on all positions.

What This Job Offers

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