Remote Pilot Operator

PenBay Technology Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PenBay Technology Group seeks motivated, computer-savvy individuals to fill Remote Pilot Operator positions. No aviation experience is required, but preferred background includes air traffic control, pilot studies, or related fields.

The RPO role involves simulating pilot actions and ATC communications during high-fidelity training, using CRT/keyboard and VCS. This is a full-time position with on-site expectations at our training facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in a comparable position.
• Typing speed of 40 wpm with 90% accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals.
• Ability to speak clearly and be understood.

Responsibilities

• Operate a CRT/keyboard/VCS setup to simulate pilot actions and ATC communications.
• Receive voice commands from students and input entries into the automated system.
• Translate displayed information into ATC terminology and respond via the VCS.
• Collaborate with instructors and students during training exercises.

Skills

Typing speed 40 wpm

Read/interpret diagrams & manuals

Clear spoken communication

MS Office proficiency

Familiar with tablets/notebooks

Multidisciplinary team experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Description

PenBay is looking for motivated, computer-savvy individuals to work as Remote Pilot Operators. No aviation experience is required, but helpful. Experience as a computer operator, RPO, air traffic control specialist, or (student) pilot is highly desirable. Candidates that have completed aviation studies coursework, are certified in the terminal radar lab or en route lab, or otherwise possess a working knowledge of the FAAO JO 7110.65 are preferred.

Position Summary:

The Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) operates a combination of Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)/keyboard/Voice Communication System (VCS) to simulate the actions and communication of pilots and remote ATC facilities during medium and high-fidelity training exercises. RPOs receive voice commands from students, input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions, translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology, and respond to the student via the VCS utilizing proper phraseology.

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a UAS / UAV / RPV Pilot / Operator position

This is a Full-time position

Requirements

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and at least one (1) year of experience in a comparable position.

Demonstrated minimum keyboard speed of forty (40) wpm with ninety (90) percent accuracy rate

Ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals

Ability to speak clearly and be understood

Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc), desirable

Basic familiarization of current technologic tools (tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.) a plus

Experience working in a multidisciplinary team, preferred

Candidates will be subject to FAA security screening

Competencies and Skills:

RPO must be laboratory certified within the first 120 days calendar days of reporting for duty at the facility.

Exceptional customer service orientation

Ability to work productively with a wide range of people and co-workers

Effective oral and written communication skills

Effective team building skills

Certification Requirements:

Each new RPO shall complete knowledge and skills tests for each area/sector to be supported.

Each knowledge test will be graded and must be passed with a score of at least 70%.

Upon successful completion of the knowledge tests, the RPO will begin training for the skills tests. The RPO shall observe a previously certified RPO, an FAA employee, or Contractor instructor performing RPO duties on a minimum of five (5) simulation scenarios. The RPO will receive on the job training on at least five (5) but no more than twenty (20) simulation scenarios on each control position to be supported, after which an FAA representative will observe their performance and determine if certification will be granted.

The RPO shall achieve simulation laboratory certification within one hundred twenty (120) days of reporting for duty at the facility.