Pilot Operator

Jobtailor; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Miami is seeking an entry-level Training Simulator Operator to support FAA air traffic controller training services. You will operate as pilot and controller in a training environment, handle radar display and voice systems, and translate information into ATC terminology.

Responsibilities include responding to student commands, recording actions, and completing classroom and lab certifications.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams and manuals.
• Ability to speak clearly and be understood.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team is desired.
• ATC Tower, TRACON, or En Route simulation lab experience and certification are strongly desired but not required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• FAA JO 7110.65 working knowledge is strongly desired but not required.
• Effective team-building skills.
• MS Office Suite proficiency, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Basic familiarity with current technology tools such as tablets, notebooks, and applications.
• Basic familiarity with or experience in pilot/controller communications or phraseology.

Responsibilities

• Operate as the pilot and other controllers in a air traffic controller training simulator.
• Operate simulated radar display and voice communication systems during medium- and high-fidelity training exercises.
• Receive voice commands from students and input appropriate entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
• Translate displayed information into appropriate air traffic control terminology.
• Respond to students via the voice communication system using proper phraseology.
• Complete classroom certification by passing tests on airspace and procedures.
• Complete lab certification by performing as a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions.
• Support FAA air traffic controller training services through contractor-provided instructional and training support.

Skills

Air Traffic Terminology

Effective Oral Communication

Effective Written Communication

Team Building

Diagram Interpretation

Remote Pilot Operator Certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Classroom Certification

Lab Certification

Public Trust Clearance Eligibility

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Tablets

Notebooks

Simulation Lab Tools

Job description

• Operate as the pilot and other controllers in an air traffic controller training simulator
• Operate simulated radar display and voice communication systems during medium- and high-fidelity training exercises
• Receive voice commands from students and input appropriate entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions
• Translate displayed information into appropriate air traffic control terminology
• Respond to students via the voice communication system using proper phraseology
• Complete classroom certification by passing tests on airspace and procedures
• Complete lab certification by performing as a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions
• Support FAA air traffic controller training services through contractor-provided instructional and training support

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams and manuals
• Ability to speak clearly and be understood
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team is desired
• ATC Tower, TRACON, or En Route simulation lab experience and certification are strongly desired but not required
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• FAAO JO 7110.65 working knowledge is strongly desired but not required
• Effective team-building skills
• MS Office Suite proficiency, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Basic familiarity with current technology tools such as tablets, notebooks, and applications
• Basic familiarity with or experience in pilot/controller communications or phraseology

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in air traffic control terminology and effective communication skills, with the ability to operate simulation systems and support FAA training services. Holds a high school diploma and is capable of obtaining a Public Trust clearance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Air Traffic Control Terminology
• FAA JO 7110.65 Knowledge
• ATC Tower Simulation Experience
• Effective Oral Communication
• MS Office Suite Proficiency

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Basic Computer Proficiency
• Diagram Interpretation
• Voice Communication Systems Operation
• Simulated Radar Display Operation
• Remote Pilot Operator Certification

Soft Skills

• Effective Team-Building Skills
• Clear Speaking Ability
• Effective Written Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Classroom Certification
• Lab Certification

Industry Keywords

• FAA Air Traffic Controller Training
• Multidisciplinary Team Experience
• Pilot/Controller Communications
• Voice Commands
• Training Support

Tools & Technologies

• Simulation Lab Tools
• Tablets
• Notebooks
• MS Word
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Excel