Remote Pilot Operator (Field)

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:

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. 
  1. Each knowledge test will be graded and must be passed with a score of at least 70%.
  2. Upon successful completion of the knowledge tests, the RPO will begin training for the skills tests. 
  3. The RPO shall observe a previously certified RPO, an FAA employee, or Contractor Instructor performing RPO duties on a minimum of 5 simulation scenarios. 
  4. 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.
  5. 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.