Aviation Communications Transcriber (ATC)

About The Role

We're building next-generation AI systems for aviation and autonomous flight — and we need people who actually understand what's being said on the radio. This is a rare opportunity to put your aviation knowledge to work on cutting-edge AI research, from anywhere in the world.

If you've ever listened to LiveATC for fun, logged hours in the pattern, worked a sector, or spent years around the flight deck — this role was made for you.

• Organization: Alignerr (Powered by Labelbox)
• Type: Hourly / Task-Based Contract
• Location: Fully Remote
• Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
  
  

What You'll Do

• Transcribe real-world Air Traffic Control (ATC) and pilot audio recordings with precision
• Label speakers, callsigns, clearances, instructions, and read-backs accurately
• Capture aviation-specific terminology, abbreviations, and standard phraseology correctly
• Work on flexible, task-based assignments at your own pace
• Maintain high accuracy standards — quality is critical in aviation AI
  
  

Who You Are

This role is ideal for:

• Pilots (student, private, commercial, or ATP)
• Air Traffic Controllers (current or former)
• Aviation professionals — dispatchers, flight ops, military aviation personnel
• Dedicated aviation enthusiasts who regularly listen to ATC audio and understand radio communications
  
  

You don't need a transcription background — but you do need a solid command of aviation phraseology and the ear to catch fast, noisy, real-world radio communications.

You Bring

• Genuine familiarity with ATC and pilot radio communication norms
• The ability to decode garbled or fast-paced transmissions that would confuse a general transcriptionist
• Extreme attention to detail — a missed callsign or wrong instruction matters here
• Patience and consistency when working through audio tasks
• Self-motivation to work independently and meet quality benchmarks
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with LiveATC, scanner monitoring, or simulator flying
• Familiarity with ICAO or FAA phraseology standards
• Multi-engine, IFR, or professional aviation background
• Experience in any previous transcription or annotation work
  
  

Why Join Us

• Meaningful work — your transcriptions directly improve AI systems designed for aviation safety and autonomy
• Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
• Niche advantage — your aviation knowledge is genuinely rare and valued here
• Performance rewards — high-quality contributors get priority access to more work and stronger effective earnings
• Cutting-edge exposure — contribute to advanced AI research at the intersection of aviation and machine learning
• Global, collaborative community — work alongside other domain experts from around the world
• Potential for ongoing work — strong performers are first in line for extended contracts