ZTL ATC Training Instructional Supervisor

SAIC; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an experienced, full-time ATC Training Instructional Supervisor for the Atlanta ARTCC (ZTL) in Hampton, GA, supporting FAA training services. The role requires overseeing contractor personnel and delivering high-quality training in classroom and simulation environments.

The position emphasizes hands-on leadership, curriculum development, and collaboration with FAA personnel to meet facility needs and mission goals.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching skills and platform experience in ATC training.
• Ability to manage classroom and simulation laboratories for diverse students.
• Experience designing and updating training curricula for FAA personnel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality classroom and simulation instruction for ATC trainees.
• Oversee activities of contractor personnel in a specific instructional area under this contract.

Skills

Teaching skills

ATC simulation

Curriculum design

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPC certification

Tools

ATC automation software

Simulation systems

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.

We are looking for an experienced, Full-time, ATC Training Instructional Supervisor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at theAtlanta ARTCC (ZTL) in Hampton, GA,supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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. The FAA employs more than 14,000 air traffic controllers. They work in air traffic facilities of varying sizes, safely separating more than 50,000 aircraft in the National Airspace System (NAS) each day.

The CTS Instructional Supervisor is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality classroom and simulation laboratory training to a wide variety of students including developmental air traffic controllers and certified professional controllers (CPC).

The Training Instructional Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and directing the activities of Contractor personnel providing support within a particular instructional area under this contract.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• The Training Instructional Supervisor must have, as a minimum, qualifications equivalent to those required of an Instructor within the area of expertise they will supervise, as listed below. Prior supervisory experience is preferred but is not required
• Candidates for this position must have a minimum of five (5) years recent Certified Professional Controller experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience instructing FAA personnel. The recent experience must have been performed at a similar type and level of ATC facility as theAtlanta ARTCC (ZTL).

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Have experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student- focused drive for continuous improvement
• Be able to demonstrate strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems and procedures. This position will provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO) as well as participate in curriculum design and development
• Be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills applicable for obtaining radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities within the U.S. National Airspace System
• 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
• Candidates with direct experience as a CPC at theAtlanta ARTCC (ZTL)will have priority selection for the position

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification required

Target salary range: $60,001 - $100,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.