ERAM Remote Pilot Operator

SAIC; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Casual, Remote Pilot Operator to join the En Route Automation Modernization Offshore Automation team at the Honolulu Control Facility, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. The RPO will operate a radar/voice system to simulate pilot actions for FAA training.

Certification in Classroom and Lab is required; US citizenship and ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance are mandatory; on-site training with potential remote work across the US is offered.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance.
• High school diploma or equivalent and basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams and manuals and speak clearly.
• 1–4 years experience as a Remote Pilot Operator (RPO).

Responsibilities

• Operate a simulated radar display and voice communications to mirror pilot actions.
• Input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot procedures.
• Translate displayed information into ATC terminology and respond via VCS.
• Complete classroom and lab certifications to perform as an RPO on all positions.

Skills

US Citizenship

Reading diagrams and manuals

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job ID

2616017

Location

Honolulu, HI, US

Date Posted

2026-09-03

Category

Information Technology

Subcategory

Technical Support

Schedule

Casual (includes On-Call and Temporary)

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes - 100% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work

ORA_REMOTE

Description

We are looking for Casual, Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) candidates to join the SAIC En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) Offshore Automation (OA) team providing Air Traffic Controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at the Honolulu Control Facility (HCF) located Honolulu, HI at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

(PLEASE NOTE This is NOT a UAS, UAV, RPV, or DRONE pilot position.)

Job Description

The RPO plays the role of the pilot and other controllers in the Air Traffic Controller training simulator. The RPO operates a combination of a simulated radar display and voice communication system to simulate the actions and communication of pilots and remote ATC facilities during medium and high-fidelity training exercises. RPOs receive voice commands from internal or external (mostly controllers) sources, input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions, translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology, and respond to the controller via the VCS utilizing proper phraseology. The candidate will be required to complete the following certifications Classroom (pass test on airspace and procedures) and Lab (perform as a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions). 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. To provide such air traffic services, the FAA trains air traffic controllers 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 controllers to become fully certified air traffic controllers with the introduction of ERAM OA. SAIC must provide training and training related support services as required for ATC facilities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Candidates for this position must have a minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) and demonstrate basic computer proficiency. Candidates must possess an ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals and have the ability to speak clearly, be understood and need 1 - 4 years experience as a RPO

Desired Skills And Experience

• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team (Multimedia Developers, Quality Assurance, Instructions System Designers, Subject Matter Experts, Instructors)
• Experience and certification in ATC Tower, TRACON or En Route simulation lab is strongly desired, but not required
• Direct technical and operational ATC experience preferred
• Effective oral and written communications skills
• Working knowledge of the FAAO JO 7110.65 is strongly desired, but not required
• Effective team building skills
• MS Office Suite Proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Basic familiarization of current technologic tools (tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.)
• Basic familiarization or experience with pilot/controller communications or phraseology
• May require operational expertise in the operation and maintenance of National Airspace System (NAS) facilities, systems, subsystems, and equipment

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