TUS Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

About the role

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 classroom and simulation laboratory training to a wide variety of students including developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC).
• Ensure the delivery of training services meet the needs of the local facility, as well as the FAA’s overall Air Traffic Control mission.
• Mentor students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO).
• Participate in curriculum design and development.

Requirements

• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• A 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 Tucson Intl ATCT (TUS).
• Strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels.
• Fully certified as an FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) with the ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory Certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

Skills

• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Tucson Intl ATCT (TUS) 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.
• Excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits program that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $50,000 - $75,000 annually.

Schedule

This is a part-time position with potential for remote work.