FAA Academy - RTF - Air Traffic Control Instructor-II

Saic; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is hiring TRACON ATC Instructors to support FAA Academy training in Oklahoma City. The role covers hands‑on instruction, scenario design for simulation platforms, and collaboration with FAA staff to ensure effective training delivery.

Candidates should have FAA CPC certification and TRACON experience, with a strong teaching ability and the potential to obtain Instructor‑II simulation lab certification. Full‑time, part‑time, and casual positions available.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required with ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of 3 years FAA CPC ATCS experience in a civilian TRACON or equivalent facility.
• Experience at FAA CPC Level-7 to Level-9 facilities is expected.
• Direct TRACON experience and instructor certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality ATC training to a range of developmental students.
• Design and implement simulation scenarios for platforms (TSS, AT Coach, SGET).
• Interface with FAA personnel at various levels to meet training needs.

Skills

TRACON experience

ATC instructor

FAA CPC

Simulation platforms

Classroom instruction

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA CPC certification

Tools

ATC simulators

Job description

Description

• 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.

Terminal Radar (TRACON) Air Traffic Control Instructors to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Full-time, Part-time, and Casual positions available.

Candidate(s) selected for this position will function as a TRACON ATC Instructor-II, in the Terminal Radar Domain (RTF) at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK.

The CTS Academy Instructor-III is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality training to a wide variety of developmental air traffic control students.

The successful candidate for this position must be able to demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures, and must demonstrate the knowledge and skills required for obtaining TRACON simulation laboratory certification at the FAA Academy.

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 new air traffic control specialists and provides recurrent training to current air traffic control specialists. To ensure these training needs are met, the FAA utilizes Contractor-provided instructional services at the FAA Academy and FAA ATC facilities throughout the U.S. and its Territories.

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
• Candidates for these instructor positions shall have a minimum of 3 years of FAA CPC ATCS experience in a civilian TRACON or other equivalent civilian facility. This experience must have been at a facility equal to or exceeding an FAA ATC Level-7 facility, up to and including Level-9

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Only candidates with FAA civilian TRACON experience will be considered for this position
• Direct experience as a certified ATC Instructor at theFAA Academy 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 Certification