HCF Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

About the role

We are looking for an experienced, Full time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Honolulu Control Facility (HCF) in Honolulu, HI, supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). 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).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC).
• Provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO).
• Participate in curriculum design and development.
• Demonstrate 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.

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.
• Experience must have been at the same type and same [or greater] level of ATC facility as the Honolulu Control Facility (HCF).
• Strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory Certification.
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification required.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Both ATCT and TRACON experience.
• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Honolulu Control Facility (HCF).
• Operational Experience with ATC simulators including scenario design for simulation platforms (e.g. TSS, AT Coach, SGET, etc.).
• 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 FAA’s overall Air Traffic Control mission.
• 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.

Pay

Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.