What are the responsibilities and job description for the Datacom Remote Pilot Operator Lead position at SAIC?
Job ID 2611698
Location Oklahoma City, OK, US
Date Posted 2026-04-21
Category Information Technology
Subcategory Computer Operator
Schedule Full-Time
Shift Day Job
Travel Yes - 100% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust
Potential for Remote Work ORA_REMOTE
Description
We are looking for Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) Lead candidates to join the SAIC Datacom team providing Air Traffic Controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at En Route facilities across the US.
(PLEASE NOTE This is NOT a UAS, UAV, RPV, or DRONE pilot position.)
Job Description
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. RPOs receive voice commands from internal or external (mostly controllers) sources, input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions, translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology, and respond 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) and Lab (perform as a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions).
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. To provide such air traffic services, the FAA trains air traffic controllers 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 controllers to become fully certified air traffic controllers with the introduction of ERAM OA. SAIC must provide training and training related support services as required for ATC facilities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Location Oklahoma City, OK, US
Date Posted 2026-04-21
Category Information Technology
Subcategory Computer Operator
Schedule Full-Time
Shift Day Job
Travel Yes - 100% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust
Potential for Remote Work ORA_REMOTE
Description
We are looking for Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) Lead candidates to join the SAIC Datacom team providing Air Traffic Controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at En Route facilities across the US.
(PLEASE NOTE This is NOT a UAS, UAV, RPV, or DRONE pilot position.)
Job Description
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. RPOs receive voice commands from internal or external (mostly controllers) sources, input proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions, translate displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology, and respond 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) and Lab (perform as a Remote Pilot Operator on all positions).
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. To provide such air traffic services, the FAA trains air traffic controllers 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 controllers to become fully certified air traffic controllers with the introduction of ERAM OA. SAIC must provide training and training related support services as required for 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. Candidates must possess an ability to read and interpret materials such as diagrams and manuals and have the ability to speak clearly, be understood and need 5 years experience as a RPO
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team (Multimedia Developers, Quality Assurance, Instructions 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