SAIC | Instructor

Air Traffic Control Instructor

SAIC is seeking an experienced, full-time Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW) in Fort Worth, TX. This role supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The CTS Instructor will deliver high-quality classroom and simulation laboratory training to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC). This position requires hands-on instruction and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to a wide variety of students, including developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC).
• Mentor students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO).
• Participate in curriculum design and development.
• Demonstrate technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems, and procedures.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills applicable for obtaining radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• A minimum of five (5) years of FAA CPC experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility.
• Experience must have been at the same type and same or greater level of ATC facility as the Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW).
• Demonstrated strong technical skills with current ATC automation, simulation systems, and procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory Certification.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Fort Worth ARTCC (ZFW).
• Operational experience with ATC simulators, including scenario design for simulation platforms (e.g., TSS, AT Coach, SGET).
• Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels.
• Excellent teaching and/or platform skills, classroom management techniques, and a student-focused drive for continuous improvement.