ATC Training Instructor - FAA Simulation & Curriculum Lead

SAIC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an experienced Full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Philadelphia ATCT/ TRACON (PHL). The role emphasizes delivering high-quality classroom and simulation training to developmental controllers and CPCs, with mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO).

Candidates should have FAA CPC experience, strong ATC automation knowledge, and the ability to participate in curriculum design and confirmic lab

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required with ability to obtainPublic Trust clearance.
• Minimum of five (5) years of FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic or recent FAA facility instructor experience at same type/level as PHL.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures.
• Mentor students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO) and participate in curriculum development.
• Ability to obtain radar and/or non-radar simulation lab certifications at FAA facilities in the NAS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to a diverse student group (developmental controllers and CPCs).
• Provide mentoring for students and RPOs and contribute to curriculum design and development.
• Utilize ATC simulators to design scenarios and deliver instruction consistent with FAA standards.
• Assist in achieving and maintaining FAA lab certifications and ensure training aligns with NAS objectives.

Skills

FAA CPC experience

ATC automation expertise

Curriculum design

Student mentoring (RPO)

FAA compliance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA CPC certification

Tools

ATC simulators (TSS, AT Coach, SGET)

Radar simulation tools

Job description

SAIC is seeking an experienced Full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Philadelphia ATCT/ TRACON (PHL). The role emphasizes delivering high-quality classroom and simulation training to developmental controllers and CPCs, with mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO).

Candidates should have FAA CPC experience, strong ATC automation knowledge, and the ability to participate in curriculum design and confirmic lab