Air Traffic Control Simulator - Pilot Aviation Intern

Description

Job Description:

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. Leidos empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Leidos Civil Group helps modernize infrastructure, systems, and security. We are a trusted partner to both government and highly regulated commercial customers looking for transformative solutions in mission IT, security, software, engineering, and operations. We work with our customers including the FAA, DOE, NASA, National Science Foundation, Transportation Security Administration, Custom, and Border Protection, airports, and electric utilities to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient. Our customers take on the toughest challenges out there, and at times need a helping hand from specialists in their fields.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

The Leidos Civil Group currently has Air Traffic Control (ATC) Simulator – Pilot Aviation Intern openings. The ATC Simulator Aviation Intern will be part of a dynamic team working to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Airspace System Integration Support Contract (NISC IV) program in its Oklahoma City location.

Primary Responsibilities

• The ATC Simulator Aviation Intern will provide support to the FAA Academy’s International Division. Leidos provides technical training on the concepts and principles contained in International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annexes and FAA Orders and Directives, as well as training on the automation used to support air traffic operations.

• Duties include interacting with FAA instructors and international students in air traffic procedures and phraseology via classroom and simulator instruction for air traffic controller training.

• Acts as a pilot role player for international air traffic operations in both airport control tower and radar-controlled simulated air traffic environments.

• Interacts with automated systems to simulate pilot actions in international air traffic scenarios.

Basic Qualifications

• A basic understanding of the following: airspace and flight operations in a tower and radar environment to include the following: arrival and departure sequencing; instrument and visual traffic, and airport movement area operations.

• Currently enrolled and working towards a degree in the Aviation program at an accredited college/university and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.

• Your GPA needs to be included on your application and resume.

• US Citizenship Requirement

• Candidate must be able to obtain an SF-85P Public Trust clearance from the FAA customer.

• Proficient in speaking, writing, and typing in the English language.

• Physical abilities commensurate with obtaining an FAA Pilot or Air Traffic Control Certificate

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with FAA and ICAO air traffic practices

• Experience with FAA air traffic simulators e.g., Tower 3D

• Excellent customer service skills necessary to interact with internal, external, and international customers, as well as the ability to work in a cooperative environment.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; previous experience using aviation terminology in a simulated environment

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 45,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.