FAA Academy - Air Traffic Control Instructor 3 - Specialized

SAIC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking experienced Air Traffic Control instructors for on-site courses at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City. The role involves conducting specialized training and may include curriculum development. Candidates must have a minimum of three years FAA ATCS experience and hold a Certified Professional Controller certification. This position offers the opportunity to mentor future controllers while implementing advanced ATC technology.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required with ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of 3 years FAA CPC ATCS experience.
• Minimum of 1 year as a staff specialist in FAA air traffic facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conduct and administration of listed courses.
• Participate in curriculum design and development.
• Train the next generation of Air Traffic Controllers.

Skills

Teaching and communication skills

Classroom management techniques

Technical skills with ATC automation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification

Job description

Job ID: 2610181

Location: Oklahoma City, OK, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-12

Category: Training

Subcategory: Training Analyst

Schedule: Casual (includes On-Call and Temporary)

Shift: Rotating

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

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.

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is currently seeking experienced, on‑site and virtual Air Traffic Control Instructors to support delivery of Specialized Courses at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK. These positions support the FAA Controller Training Solutions (CTS) program.

These Instructors will primarily assist in the conduct and administration of one or more of the listed courses below. They may also participate in the conduct or administration of other courses and/or in ISD projects, to include the development, revision, and maintenance of ATC Training Courses.

• 12051 – OE/AAA Obstruction Evaluation – Airport Airspace Analysis
• 50019 – Airspace and Procedures
• 50053 – TARGETS Terminal Area Routing Generation, Evaluation and Traffic Simulation
• 50085001 – TDLS Tower Data Link Services Applications Specialist
• 50310001 – TRAX Data Entry
• 50310003 – FTA Air Traffic Facility Training Administration (Virtual Classroom)
• 50314001 – QA/QC Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program Administration
• 53034 – STARS / AT Coach Standard Terminal Automation Replacement
• 53154001 – SGET Scenario Generation & Evaluation Tool (ERAM)
• 5333001 – TBFM Time Based Flow Management

The successful candidate must possess excellent teaching and communication skills, as well as classroom management techniques, a mission‑focused drive for continuous improvement, and strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures. In addition, this position may provide opportunities for mentoring other instructors, and may provide input for curriculum design and development.

SAIC is helping the FAA train the next generation of Air Traffic Controllers as they implement the next generation of Air Traffic Control technology. We need experienced former controllers who can blend their years of hard‑won experience with these leading‑edge technologies to train the controllers of the future and help ensure the continued safety of our flying public for decades to come.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Candidates for these instructor positions must have a minimum of 3 years of FAA CPC ATCS experience in a FAA civilian ATCT, TRACON, or ARTCC, or other equivalent civilian facility.
• In addition, candidates for these positions must have a minimum of 1 year of experience as a staff specialist in an FAA air traffic facility, regional office, or headquarters, specializing in the area of the particular course curriculum for which they have applied.
• Candidates for these positions must have held a qualifying position as a staff specialist and should have held a position of FAA CPC ATCS or first‑level supervisory FAA ATCS within the 10 years prior to proposed appointment under this contract.

Desired Skills And Experience

• OJTI certification and experience is strongly desired.

Education

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification is required.