Air Traffic Controller INS II - JAX

Smart1 Management Solutions; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart1 Management Solutions seeks an Air Traffic Control Instructor II to support the Jacksonville ATCT training program, delivering classroom and simulation instruction to developmental controllers and CPCs. The role emphasizes hands-on teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development within the CTS team.

US Citizenship with ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance is required; FAA CPC certification or equivalent recent FAA facility teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Hands-on CTS Instructor role delivering classroom and/or simulation training to developmental air traffic controllers and CPCs.
• US Citizenship required with ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• FAA CPC experience or recent FAA facility contract instructor experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom and simulation training for CTS students at Jacksonville ATCT.
• Mentor students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO) during curriculum delivery.
• Contribute to curriculum design and development and obtain radar and/or non-radar simulation lab certifications.

Skills

ATC training & mentoring

Curriculum design

Teaching skills

Remote Pilot Operators (RPO) mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA CPC certification

Instructor-II Simulation Lab Certification

Tools

ATC sim systems (TSS, etc.)

Job description

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Air Traffic Controller INS II - JAX

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1079

Smart1 Management Solutions is a premier women-owned small business (8a) that provides technical and management expertise to support mission critical objectives. We partner with federal, state, and local agencies to solve their challenges and deliver solutions that generate the most value.

We are currently looking for two (2) experienced Air Traffic Control Instructor II (En Route) to join our Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team, partnering with SAIC at the Jacksonville ATCTsupporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The CTS Instructor is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to deliver the highest quality classroom effectively and consistently and/or simulation laboratory training to a wide variety of students including developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC).

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.

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 the same type and same [or greater] level of ATC facility as the (Jacksonville ATCT).

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.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification required with the ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory Certification.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the (Jacksonville ATCT)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 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.

Smart1 Management Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected status.