FAA Academy - TSEW-TETRA - Air Traffic Control Instructor-III

Advanced Tracon Air Traffic Control Instructor

We are looking for an experienced, full-time, Advanced TRACON (Level 10 or greater) Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Candidate(s) selected for this position will function as a TSEW (TRACON Skill Enhancement Workshop) and/or TETRA (Ten, Eleven, Twelve Radar Assessment) Instructor-III, in the Terminal Radar Domain at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK.

The CTS Academy Instructor-III is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality training to a wide variety of developmental air traffic control students.

The successful candidate for this position must be able to demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures, and must demonstrate the knowledge and skills required for obtaining TRACON simulation laboratory certification at the FAA Academy.

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Candidates for these instructor positions shall have a minimum of 3 years of FAA CPC ATCS experience in a civilian TRACON or other equivalent civilian facility. This experience must have been at a facility equal to or exceeding an ATC facility level 10.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Only candidates with FAA civilian TRACON experience will be considered for this position.
• Direct experience as a certified ATC Instructor at the FAA Academy is preferred but not required.
• Operational experience with ATC simulators including scenario design for simulation platforms (e.g. TSS, AT Coach, SGET, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to interface 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 FAAs overall Air Traffic Control mission is highly desired.
• Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.

Education:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification required with the ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-III Simulation Laboratory Certification.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion.

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