FAI Remote Pilot Operator

Location: Fairbanks, AK. Full-time, on-site role supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

About the role

The Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) plays the role of the pilot and other controllers in the Air Traffic Controller training simulator. The RPO operates a combination of a simulated radar display and voice communication system to simulate the actions and communication of pilots and remote ATC facilities during medium and high-fidelity training exercises. RPOs receive voice commands from students, input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions, translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology, and respond to the student via the voice communication system utilizing proper phraseology.

The candidate will be required to complete the following certifications:

• Classroom (pass test on airspace and procedures)
• Lab (perform as a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions)

The FAA employs more than 14,000 air traffic controllers who work in air traffic facilities of varying sizes, safely separating more than 50,000 aircraft in the National Airspace System (NAS) each day. SAIC provides contractor-provided instructional services at FAA ATC facilities throughout the U.S. and its Territories to ensure these training needs are met.

Responsibilities

• Simulate pilot and remote ATC facility actions and communications during training exercises
• Input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions based on student commands
• Translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology
• Respond to students via the voice communication system using proper phraseology
• Complete required classroom and lab certifications

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent)
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams and manuals
• Clear and effective verbal communication skills
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Skills

• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team (e.g., Multimedia Developers, Quality Assurance, Instructional System Designers, Subject Matter Experts, Instructors)
• Experience and certification in ATC Tower, TRACON, or En Route simulation lab (strongly desired)
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of the FAAO JO 7110.65 (strongly desired)
• Effective team-building skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Familiarity with current technologic tools (tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.)
• Basic familiarization or experience with pilot/controller communications or phraseology