Remote Pilot Operator - RPO

All Aviation Jobs; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health & Wellness Benefits

Paid holidays/time off

Job summary

Smart1 Management Solutions, LLC is seeking a Remote Pilot Operator (RPO - EnRoute) to join our CTS team, partnering with SAIC at the Jacksonville ARTCC, supporting FAA air traffic controller training.

The RPO will operate a simulated radar display and voice system to mirror pilot actions, input actions into the automated system, and communicate using ATC terminology during mid/high-fidelity exercises, under contract.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• High School Diploma.
• Experience in ATC simulation or related training environments preferred.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a simulated radar display and voice communication system to mirror pilot actions.
• Input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions and controller responses.
• Translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology and respond via VCS using standard phraseology.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and instructors during training sessions.

Skills

ATC Experience

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Smart1 Management Solutions, LLC is a small, woman-owned consulting firm that provides business and management consulting services to nonprofits, local, state, and federal governments. We are looking for a Remote Pilot Operator (RPO- EnRoute) to join our Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team, partnering with SAIC at the Jacksonville ARTCC, supporting the air traffic controller training for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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 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.

Job Types: Contract, Full-time

Required Qualifications

US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Education

• High School Diploma

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
• Effective oral and written communications skills
• Working knowledge of the FAAO JO 7110.65
• 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

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Paid holidays/time off

Ability To Commute/relocate

• Jacksonville, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Security Clearance

• Confidential (Preferred)

Work Location: In person