Assistant RPO Domain Manager at the FAA Academy

Saic; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Remote Pilot Operator Assistant Domain Manager to enhance air traffic controller training services. This role involves managing RPO training schedules, collaborating with FAA personnel, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong management and technical skills, with a focus on continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team committed to providing top-notch training for the FAA's air traffic controllers and play a vital role in maintaining safety in the National Airspace System.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of management experience in training or aviation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling and delivery of RPO training support.
• Manage human resources and ensure quality standards in training.

Skills

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Skills in ATC Automation

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Description

We are looking for a Full-time, Controller Training Solutions (CTS) Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) Assistant Domain Manager to join the SAIC Team providing Air Traffic Controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), onsite at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK.

This position will require the candidate to assist the RPO Domain Manager with the overall scheduling and delivery of RPO training support at the FAA Academy including effective communication with FAA and SAIC personnel, execution of the CTS Contract, management of human resources, assisting with the execution of all RPO simulation training requirements supporting the FAA’s newest ATC students, as well as experienced FAA controllers, and adherence to the highest quality standards throughout the operation. The objective is to provide timely and effective training for ATC personnel.

The successful candidate will have excellent management skills, a focused drive for continuous improvement, and strong technical skills with knowledge of current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures.

The work will mainly take place on the second shift with occasional day shift work.

SAIC is a leading provider of technical, engineering and enterprise information technology services to the U.S. government. Our 25,000+ 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.

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 required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• TheAssistant RPO Domain Manager must have a minimum of two (2) years of management experience, preferably in a training, aviation or air traffic related field.
• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Management experience as an FAA Academy RPO Supervisor is preferred but not required.
• Experience in Labor Relations preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.