ATC Training Lab Manager at ZNY - Ronkonkoma, United States - SAIC
Description
SAIC is looking for an experienced,Full-time, ATC Training Lab Manager
to join the SAIC Controller Training Solutions (CTS) team providing Air Traffic Controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at the
New York ARTCC (ZNY), located in Ronkonkoma, NY.
Job Description
The Lab Manager assists in the overall administration of ATC training simulation exercises/scenarios.
The Lab Manager will coordinate with the appropriate Course Manager or Lead Instructor(s) and may be responsible for overseeing and directing the activities of the contractor personnel providing support under this contract.
The Lab Manager responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:Developing and maintaining a lab schedule and being the focal point for lab scheduling changes
Ensuring lab equipment is ready for use as transcribed in the schedule
The schedule must include start and stop times for scenarios, and the specific data inputs required for initiating simulation exercises
Monitoring training positions for proper operation of equipment and notifying the appropriate office of any equipment malfunctions
Supporting Scenario Development
Maintaining the operation of the lab at the facility
Configuring/changing the lab to meet specific training requirements
Managing lab training files
Planning, coordinating, scheduling and directing operations and resources for training simulation labs
Developing, operating, and maintaining simulation scenario library
Configuring and updating simulator capabilities to meet training requirements as defined in the Annual Work Plan
Maintaining simulation training documentation
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is responsible for ensuring that air traffic control specialists provide the flying public with a high level of safety and professionalism.
A well-trained Air Traffic Control (ATC) workforce plays an essential role in fulfilling this responsibility. The FAA employs more than 14,000 Air Traffic Controllers.They work in air traffic facilities of varying sizes, safely separating more than 50,000 aircraft in the National Airspace System (NAS) each day.
To provide such air traffic services, the FAA trains new air traffic control specialists and provides recurrent training to current air traffic control specialists.
The FAA utilizes Contractor- provided instructional services at FAA ATC facilities throughout the U.S. and its Territories to ensure these training needs are met.The scope of the contractor-provided services includes all training and training program support to successfully train and prepare students to become fully certified Air Traffic Controllers.
SAIC must provide training and training related support services as required for all types and levels of ATC facilities.Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Candidates for this position must have a minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) and demonstrate basic computer proficiency.
Desired Skills & Experience:
Experience working in a contract environment with multidisciplinary team (instructors, technical specialists, quality assurance inspectors, etc.).
Prior experience in Air Traffic Controller training operations, with certification in either the Terminal radar or En Route simulation lab.
Effective oral and written communications skills.Effective team building skills.
MS Office Suite Proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
Basic familiarization of current technologic tools (tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.).
Target salary range:
$25,001 - $50,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy:
SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
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