STL ATC Training Instructional Supervisor

SAIC • Bridgeton, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced, Full-time, ATC Training Instructional Supervisor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Lambert-St. Louis Intl. ATCT (STL) in Bridgeton, MO. This role supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA is responsible for ensuring air traffic control specialists provide a high level of safety and professionalism, and a well-trained workforce is essential for this. The FAA employs over 14,000 air traffic controllers who manage over 50,000 aircraft daily in the National Airspace System (NAS). To meet training needs, the FAA utilizes contractor-provided instructional services at facilities across the U.S. and its Territories. This contract covers all training and support services required to prepare students to become fully certified air traffic controllers, for all types and levels of ATC facilities. The CTS Instructional Supervisor is a hands-on position responsible for delivering high-quality classroom and simulation laboratory training to diverse students, including developmental air traffic controllers and certified professional controllers (CPC). This role oversees and directs the activities of contractor personnel within a specific instructional area.

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of five (5) years recent Certified Professional Controller experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience instructing FAA personnel.
• Recent experience must have been performed at a similar type and level of ATC facility as the Lambert-St. Louis Intl. ATCT (STL).
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED).
• Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
• Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.
• Strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures.
• Knowledge and skills applicable for obtaining radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities within the U.S. National Airspace System.
• Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels.
• Candidates with direct experience as a CPC at the Lambert-St. Louis Intl. ATCT (STL) will have priority selection.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and directing the activities of Contractor personnel providing support within a particular instructional area.
• Effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality classroom and simulation laboratory training to a wide variety of students including developmental air traffic controllers and certified professional controllers (CPC).
• Mentoring students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO).
• Participating in curriculum design and development.
• Interfacing effectively with FAA personnel at all levels to ensure the delivery of training services meet the needs of the local facility, as well as the FAA’s overall Air Traffic Control mission.

Benefits

• Earnings received as an ATC Instructor, ATC Training Instructional Supervisor, or Contractor Site Supervisor working on this program are EXEMPT from the Supplemental Annuity earnings limits for FERS retirees between the ages of 56 and 62.

What This Job Offers

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