Flight Simulator Operator (LR05

About Aquila ATMS

At Aquila Air Traffic Management Services (ATMS), we are dedicated to creating a workplace where innovation, collaboration, and excellence thrives. As a joint venture between NATS and Thales, we combine the expertise of leading air traffic control services and global systems integration to deliver cutting-edge solutions in air traffic management.

Join us in shaping the future of air traffic management, and together, we will elevate aviation safety and efficiency worldwide!

We are looking for a Flight Simulator Operator to join our team at RAF Shawbury
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This role supports the delivery of realistic military Air Traffic Control simulation exercises using Aquila's Air Traffic Control simulators. Based at the Defence College of Air and Space Operations, you will contribute to the training and development of military Air Traffic Controllers for the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, and Foreign and Commonwealth personnel. The role is critical to delivering realistic, challenging and dynamic simulation exercises that help prepare Trainees for operational Air Traffic Control duties.

As a Flight Simulator Operator, you will create and manage realistic Air Traffic Management scenarios, support training delivery, and work closely with Trainers, Trainees and fellow Flight Simulator Operators to deliver high-quality simulation exercises.

This is a hands-on role where you will work within a professional training environment, respond to developing scenarios, and contribute to the successful delivery of military Air Traffic Control training programmes.

• Operate the Aircraft Control Positions (ACPs) in accordance with approved procedures, training requirements and operational instructions to support the safe and effective delivery of training exercises.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when managing simulator activity, ensuring simulation outputs remain aligned to exercise objectives and training standards.
• Comply with all applicable safety, security, quality and compliance requirements, promptly reporting hazards, incidents, procedural concerns or simulator anomalies through the appropriate channels.

• Deliver realistic, accurate and effective Air Traffic Control simulation activity that supports trainee development and the achievement of training objectives.
• Operate allocated simulator positions professionally and in accordance with exercise requirements, adapting simulator activity as necessary to support changing training scenarios and learning outcomes.

• Work collaboratively with Flight Simulator Operators, Exercise Supervisors and DCASO Trainers to support the effective delivery of simulation exercises and training objectives.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, demonstrating professionalism, respect, integrity and Aquila's Core Values in all interactions.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment by actively engaging with feedback, sharing knowledge and supporting the development of team capability.
• Support wider team and business activities by performing other duties as assigned, consistent with the responsibilities of the position and the needs of the Company.

• Maintain and develop competence across simulator disciplines, applying learning and best practice to support continual improvement in simulation delivery.
• Identify and raise opportunities to improve processes, training delivery or simulator effectiveness, contributing ideas that enhance operational performance and trainee experience.
• Support the ongoing development of simulator capability through constructive feedback and participation in improvement activities as required.

• Represent Aquila professionally when engaging with trainees, trainers and other stakeholders, helping to maintain confidence in the quality and effectiveness of the training environment.

You are someone who enjoys working in a structured yet dynamic environment and can maintain focus while responding to changing situations. You work effectively both independently and as part of a team, communicate information clearly, and take a practical approach to problem-solving.

You do not need previous Air Traffic Control experience to be successful in this role. We are interested in people who can learn new skills, use technology effectively, process information accurately and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• The ability to communicate information clearly and accurately in spoken and written English.
• The ability to interpret and respond appropriately to information from multiple sources within a time-sensitive environment.
• The ability to learn new systems, processes and procedures and apply them effectively in practice.
• The…