SAIC | Instructor

Job Summary

SAIC seeks an experienced Part-time Air Traffic Control Instructor to join the Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team at the Cleveland ATCT / TRACON (CLE). This role supports air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

The instructor will deliver high-quality classroom and simulation laboratory training to developmental air traffic controllers and Certified Professional Controllers (CPC). Responsibilities may include mentoring students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO), and participating in curriculum design and development. The position requires the ability to obtain radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications at FAA air traffic control facilities.

Note for FERS Retirees: Earnings as an ATC Instructor, ATC Training Instructional Supervisor, or Contractor Site Supervisor on this program are exempt from Supplemental Annuity earnings limits for FERS retirees aged 56-62.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and/or simulation laboratory training to diverse student groups.
• Mentor students and Remote Pilot Operators (RPO).
• Participate in curriculum design and development.
• Achieve and maintain radar and/or non-radar simulation laboratory certifications.
• Interface effectively with FAA personnel to ensure training meets facility and FAA mission needs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• 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 be at the same type and same or greater level of ATC facility as the Cleveland ATCT / TRACON (CLE).
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• FAA Certified Professional Controller (CPC) certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Instructor-II Simulation Laboratory and Classroom Certification.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Direct experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) at the Cleveland ATCT / TRACON (CLE).
• Operational experience with ATC simulators, including scenario design for platforms such as 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.

Compensation

Target salary range: $40,001 – $80,000. The displayed estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Company Information

SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. With approximately 23,000 employees, SAIC offers high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration, enterprise IT, cloud services, cyber, software, advanced analytics and simulation, and training. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion.