Air Traffic Control (ATC), Communication Systems, Computer Skills, Cross-Functional, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Financial Control, High School Diploma, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multimedia, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality Assurance, Simulation, Speech Recognition, Speech Technology, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Telephony, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen, Voice Applications, Writing Skills
PHL ATCT Remote Pilot Operator
We are looking for full-time, remote pilot operator (RPO) candidates to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Philadelphia ATCT (PHL) in Philadelphia, PA, supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
The 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 VCS utilizing proper phraseology.
The candidate will be required to complete the following certifications: Classroom (pass test on airspace and procedures) and Lab (perform as a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions).
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
- Candidates for this position must have a minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) and demonstrate basic computer proficiency. Candidates must possess an ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals and have the ability to speak clearly and be understood
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team (Multimedia Developers, Quality Assurance, Instructions System Designers, Subject Matter Experts, Instructors)
- Experience and certification in ATC Tower, TRACON or En Route simulation lab is strongly desired, but not required
- Effective oral and written communications skills
- Working knowledge of the FAAO JO 7110.65 is strongly desired, but not required
- Effective team building skills
- MS Office Suite Proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
- Basic familiarization of current technologic tools (tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.)
- Basic familiarization or experience with pilot/controller communications or phraseology
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Science Applications International Corporation
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