Air Traffic Control Instructor at DTW

Overview

We are looking for an experienced, Full-time, Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County ATCT (DTW) in Detroit, MI, supporting air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The CTS Instructor is a hands-on position that requires the candidate to effectively and consistently deliver the highest quality classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to a wide variety of students including developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC).

• The CTS Instructor candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years of FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility, at the same type and same [or greater] level of ATC facility as the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County ATCT (DTW).
• Possibly provide mentoring for students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO).
• May participate in curriculum design and development.
• Must 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.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Five (5) years of FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility, at the same type and same [or greater] level of ATC facility as the DTW.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County ATCT (DTW) is preferred but not required.
• Operational Experience with ATC simulators including scenario design for simulation platforms (e.g. TSS, AT Coach, SGET, etc.).
• 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.
• Experience demonstrating excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification required with the ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory and Classroom Certification.