What are the responsibilities and job description for the Remote Pilot Operator (Field) - KSGF position at ADACEL?
Job Details
Job Location: Springfield, MO
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Description
Job Summary:
The Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) operates a combination of Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)/keyboard/Voice Communication System (VCS) to simulate the actions and communication of pilots and remote Air Traffic Control (ATC) facilities during medium and high-fidelity training exercises.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Receives voice commands from students.
- Responds to students via the VCS utilizing proper phraseology.
- Inputs proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions.
- Translates displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1 year of experience in a comparable position.
- Ability to type 40 wpm with 90% accuracy.
- Ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals.
- Ability to speak clearly and be understood.
- Ability to complete the knowledge and skills tests for each area/sector to be supported.
- Each knowledge test will be graded and must be passed with a score of at least 70%.
- Upon successful completion of the knowledge tests, the RPO will begin training for the skills tests.
- The RPO shall observe a previously certified RPO, an FAA employee, or Contractor Instructor performing RPO duties on a minimum of 5 simulation scenarios.
- The RPO will receive on-the-job training on at least 5 but no more than 20 simulation scenarios on each control position to be supported, after which an FAA Representative will observe their performance and determine if certification will be granted.
- The RPO must achieve simulation laboratory certification within 120 days of reporting for duty at the facility.
Desired:
- Previous experience working on a multi-disciplinary team.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good team building skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Familiarity with current technology tools including tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.
Other Qualifications:
- Ability to adhere to Adacel’s Drug Free Workplace Policy.
- Ability to pass an Adacel background check while employed.
- Must be able to pass a Government background check investigation.
- Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
Physical Requirements:
- Minimal physical effort (e.g. lifting, pushing and moving heavy objects).
- Occasional lifting – less than 25 lbs.
- Repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movement.
Work Environment:
- Normal office environment.
- May require standing for extended periods of time and walking.
- Typically sitting at a desk.
