Remote Pilot Operator (Field)

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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:

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.