Senior ATC Training Instructor & Simulation Lead

Science Applications International Corp.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC, at the President Donald J. Trump ATCT/TRACON (DJT) in West Palm Beach, FL, seeks an experienced Air Traffic Control Instructor to deliver hands‑on training and mentorship to developmental controllers and CPCs.

The role focuses on classroom and simulation training, curriculum development, and maintaining FAA standard compliance. The CTS Instructor will work within the FAA training framework, leveraging ATC simulators and lab resources to train to CPC level.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering classroom or simulator training.
• FAA CPC certification required and eligible for Instructor certification.
• Strong communication and curriculum design skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality classroom and/or simulator training to students.
• Mentor students and provide feedback to accelerate learning.
• Contribute to curriculum design and development for ATC training.
• Ensure training meets FAA standards and facility needs.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Mentoring

ATC simulator experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA CPC certification

Tools

ATC simulators

Job description

SAIC, at the President Donald J. Trump ATCT/TRACON (DJT) in West Palm Beach, FL, seeks an experienced Air Traffic Control Instructor to deliver hands‑on training and mentorship to developmental controllers and CPCs.

The role focuses on classroom and simulation training, curriculum development, and maintaining FAA standard compliance. The CTS Instructor will work within the FAA training framework, leveraging ATC simulators and lab resources to train to CPC level.