Air Traffic Control Instructor - I90 - Casual

Company: SAIC
Location: Houston
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Job ID:
2115815

* Location: *
HOUSTON
* TX
* US
* Date Posted: *2021-10-19
* Category: *Training
* Subcategory: *Training Analyst
* Schedule: *Casual (includes On Call and Temporary)
* Shift: *Day Job
* Travel: *No
* Minimum Clearance Required: *None
* Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: *Public Trust
* Potential for Remote Work: *No
* Description*
* SAIC Overview:*

SAIC is a leading provider of technical, engineering and
enterprise information technology services to the U.S. government. Our 20,000+
employees deliver systems engineering and information technology offerings for
large, complex government programs, as well as a broad range of higher-end,
differentiated technology services. The company is headquartered in Reston, VA.
We are looking for an experienced Controller Training Contract (CTC) Instructor
to join the SAIC TEAM providing air traffic controller training services for
the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA).

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is responsible
for ensuring that air traffic control specialists provide the flying public
with a high level of safety and professionalism. A well-trained Air Traffic
Control (ATC) workforce plays an essential role in fulfilling this
responsibility. The FAA employs more than 14,000 air traffic controllers. They
work in air traffic facilities of varying sizes, safely separating more than 50,000
aircraft in the National Airspace System (NAS) each day.

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
utilizes Contractor-provided instructional services at FAA ATC facilities throughout
the U.S. and its Territories to ensure these training needs are met. The scope
of the contractor-provided services includes all training and training program
support to successfully train and prepare students to become fully certified
air traffic controllers. SAIC must provide training and training related
support services as required for all types and levels of ATC facilities. The
selected candidate will support Terminal Radar Approach Control training
requirements at the Houston TRACON Facility at Houston, TX.
* Qualifications*
* Required Skills:*
* *

The CTC Instructor is a hands-on position that requires the
candidate to effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality classroom
and simulation laboratory training to a wide variety of students including
developmental air traffic controllers and certified professional controllers
(CPC). The successful candidate for this position must have experience
demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management
techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.

The CTC Instructor candidate must have a minimum of five
(5) years recent Certified Professional Controller experience controlling live
traffic, or recent experience instructing FAA personnel. The recent experience
must have been performed at a similar type and level of ATC facility as the Houston
TRACON Facility. The successful candidate for this position must demonstrate strong
technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and
procedures. This position will provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot
Operators (RPO) as well as 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.

* Desired Skills:*
* *

Candidates
with direct experience as a CPC at the Houston TRACON Facility will have
priority selection for the position. Operational Experience with ATC simulators
including scenario design for AT Coach. Demonstrated 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 is highly desired.

* Education:*

Certified Professional
Controller (CPC) certification required.

Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.

COVID Policy: Prospective and/or new employees will be required to adhere with SAIC's vaccination policy. All SAIC employees must be fully vaccinated and they must submit proof of vaccination on their first day of employment. Prospective or new employees may seek an exemption to the vaccination requirement at [Contact Us](https://www.saic.com/contact/contact_us) and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Customer site vaccination requirements, if more strict, will take precedence over SAIC's vaccination policy.
SAIC-- is a premier Fortune 500-- technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are more than 26,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an [Equal Opportunity Employer,](https://www.saic.com/eeo-statement) fostering a respectful work culture based on [diversity, equity, and inclusion](https://www.saic.com/features/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/Diversity-Equity-and-Inclusion-Drive-Innovation) that values all contributors. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit [saic.com](http://www.saic.com/).

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