DCA Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

SAIC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC invites an experienced Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the Controller Training Solutions team at Washington National ATCT in Washington, DC. This full‑time, on‑site role supports FAA training programs for development and CPC certification.

You will deliver high‑quality classroom and lab instruction, mentor students and RPOs, and contribute to curriculum design and certification processes across NAS facilities.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
• Five (5) years of FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic or as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility.
• Experience at the same ATC facility type or higher as Washington National ATCT (DCA).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality classroom and/or simulation training to a wide range of students.
• Mentor students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO) and contribute to curriculum development.
• Obtain and maintain FAA Instructor/Simulation Lab certifications as required.
• Support FAA training programs and ensure adherence to NAS standards.

Skills

FAA CPC experience

ATC simulation experience

Teaching / training

Curriculum design

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA CPC certification

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required None

Job ID 2616195 Location Washington, DC, US Date Posted 2026-08-27 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

• 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.

We are looking for an experienced, Full-time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Washington National ATCT (DCA), located in Washington, D.C., supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The successful candidate for this position must demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures. This position may provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO), and may 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.

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 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.

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 the same type and same [or greater] level of ATC facility as the Washington National ATCT (DCA)

Desired Skills And Experience

• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Washington National ATCT (DCA) 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

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 and Classroom Certification

Target salary range $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.