ZMP - Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

Job ID 2611852 Location: Farmington, MN, US Date Posted: 2026-04-23 Category: Training Subcategory: Training Analyst Schedule: Casual (includes On-Call and Temporary) Shift: Rotating Travel: No Minimum Clearance Required: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description Attn FERS retirees: 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. We are looking for an experienced Casual Air Traffic Control Instructor-II to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Minneapolis ARTCC (ZMP), located at Farmington, MN, supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The successful candidate must demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures. This position may provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO), and may participate in curriculum design and development. The selected candidate must demonstrate the 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. The CTS Instructor is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to a wide variety of students including developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC). To provide such air traffic services, the FAA trains new air traffic control specialists and provides recurrent training to current air traffic control specialists. The FAA employs more than 14000 air traffic controllers. They work in air traffic facilities of varying sizes, safely separating more than 50000 aircraft in the National Airspace System (NAS) each day. Qualifications US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. Minimum of five (5) years of FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic or recent experience as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility, at a similar or greater level of ATC facility as the Minneapolis ARTCC (ZMP). Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Minneapolis ARTCC (ZMP) is preferred but not required. Operational Experience with ATC simulators including scenario design for simulation platforms (e.g., TSS, AT Coach, SGET). Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels to ensure delivery of training services meets the needs of the local facility and the FAA’s overall Air Traffic Control mission. Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement. Education High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification required, with the ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory and Classroom Certification. Target salary range $40001 - $80000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr SAIC