ATC Command Center - Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

SAIC; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on and Completion Bonuses

Possibility of Remote Work

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor in Warrenton, VA to deliver high-quality training for the FAA. The role involves mentoring students, participating in curriculum development, and requires extensive experience controlling live traffic as well as technical proficiency in ATC systems. This position offers competitive pay and the potential for bonuses, requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of five years FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic.
• Strong technical skills with ATC automation, simulation systems, and procedures required.
• Direct experience as a Traffic Management Coordinator or STMC in an En Route air traffic control facility.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom and simulation laboratory training.
• Provide mentoring for students and participate in curriculum design and development.
• Support air traffic controller training services for the FAA.

Skills

FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic

Technical skills with current ATC automation

Ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel

Excellent teaching and platform skills

Classroom management techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

ATC simulation systems

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required None

Job ID T2512419

Location Warrenton, VA, US

Date Posted 2026-03-05

Category Training

Subcategory Training Analyst

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel No

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

• ATTN FERS RETIREES Earnings received as an ATC Instructor, ATC Training Instructional Supervisor, or Contractor Site Supervisor working on this program are EXEMPT from the Supplemental Annuity earnings limits for FERS retirees between the ages of 56 and 62.
• Sign on and Completion Bonuses are possible for this position.

We are looking for an experienced, Full‑time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the FAA ATC System Command Center (ATCSCC), in Warrenton, VA, 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 Certified Professional Controllers (CPC), Traffic Management Coordinators (TMC), Operational Supervisors (OS), and Supervisory Traffic Management Coordinators (STMC).

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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• The CTS Instructor candidate must have 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 a level 10 FAA facility or greater.
• The successful candidate for this position must demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures. The position will provide mentoring for students as well as participate in curriculum design and development. The selected candidate must demonstrate the knowledge and skills applicable for obtaining certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities within the U.S. National Airspace System.
• Direct experience working as a Traffic Management Coordinator or STMC, in a Traffic Management Unit (TMU), in an En Route air traffic control facility is required.

Desired Skills And Experience

• 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.
• Experience demonstrating 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.