FAA Academy ATC Radar Simulator Operator

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

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an experienced Radar Simulator Operator (RSO) to join the Controller Training Solutions team at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK. The RSOs support instruction and training for FAA en route controllers within a simulated environment, ensuring readiness and safety.

The role requires progression toward RSO Certification, involvement in course delivery and development, and on-site duties at the FAA facility.

Qualifications

• US citizenship with the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• 1 year experience in Air Traffic Controller training.
• Experience with air traffic simulation platforms (ERAM or similar).
• FAA-certified Radar ATC at an ATC Level 10+ facility preferred.
• In lieu of experience, military controller certification with radar/simulation training acceptable.
• ATC operations training from military or civilian programs acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conduct and administration of Initial En Route Qualification Training.
• Participate in other courses and ISD projects, including development and maintenance of ATC Training Courses.
• Achieve Radar Simulator Operator Certification by passing written and lab tests.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

ERAM

Job description

Job ID

2617476

Location

Oklahoma City, OK, US

Date Posted

2026-09-30

Category

Information Technology

Subcategory

Computer Operator

Schedule

Full-Time

Shift

Rotating

Travel

No

Minimum Clearance Required

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work

ORA_ON_SITE

Description

We are looking for experienced, ATC Radar Simulator Operator (RSO) candidates to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the FAA Academy, located in Oklahoma City, OK, supporting Air Traffic Controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Job Description

The Radar Simulator Operator (RSO) plays an integral role supporting the instruction and training of FAA new-hire En Route Air Traffic Controllers, by performing the duties of the Radar Air Traffic Controller in the Air Traffic Controller training simulator.

The Radar Simulator Operator (RSO) will primarily assist in the conduct and administration of the Initial En Route Qualification Training course. They may also participate in the conduct or administration of other courses and/or in ISD projects, to include the development, revision, and maintenance of ATC Training Courses.

Candidates selected for these positions will be required to achieve Radar Simulator Operator Certification, by passing both written and lab performance (simulator) tests.

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


• At a minimum, the En Route Radar Simulator Operator must have


• 1 year experience in Air Traffic Controller training (student, instructor, or support staff)


• Experience with air traffic simulation platforms (ERAM or comparable Radar simulators) within the last 5 years


• Experience as an FAA certified Radar Air Traffic Controller at an ATC Level 10 or above FAA facility which could be from either a live traffic or in a simulated air traffic environment

In lieu of the experience above, the RSO may have

• Held a U.S. military controller certification and had both experience and training in En Route Airspace and Operations, Radar Control and Air Traffic Simulation


• U.S. military, civilian or international Air Traffic Control Operations training is required

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

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