[Hiring] Remote Pilot Operator @SAIC

Role Description

We are looking for Casual, Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) candidates to join the SAIC En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) Offshore Automation (OA) team providing Air Traffic Controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at the Honolulu Control Facility (HCF) located in Honolulu, HI at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

(PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a UAS, UAV, RPV, or DRONE pilot position.)

The RPO plays the role of the pilot and other controllers in the Air Traffic Controller training simulator. The RPO operates a combination of a simulated radar display and voice communication system to simulate the actions and communication of pilots and remote ATC facilities during medium and high-fidelity training exercises. Responsibilities include:

• Receiving voice commands from internal or external (mostly controllers) sources.
• Inputting proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
• Translating displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology.
• Responding to the controller via the VCS utilizing proper phraseology.

The candidate will be required to complete the following certifications:

• Classroom (pass test on airspace and procedures).
• Lab (perform as a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions).

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Demonstrate basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals.
• Ability to speak clearly and be understood.
• 1 - 4 years experience as a RPO.

Requirements

• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team (Multimedia Developers, Quality Assurance, Instruction System Designers, Subject Matter Experts, Instructors).
• Experience and certification in ATC Tower, TRACON or En Route simulation lab is strongly desired, but not required.
• Direct technical and operational ATC experience preferred.
• Effective oral and written communications skills.
• Working knowledge of the FAAO JO 7110.65 is strongly desired, but not required.
• Effective team building skills.
• MS Office Suite Proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
• Basic familiarization of current technologic tools (tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.).
• Basic familiarization or experience with pilot/controller communications or phraseology.
• May require operational expertise in the operation and maintenance of National Airspace System (NAS) facilities, systems, subsystems, and equipment.

Company Description

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com . For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom .