Air Traffic Controller / Specialist

1w1 week ago

Noblis

Washington, US · Full-time · $109,100 – $170,450

About this role

For over 25 years, Noblis has provided specialized engineering, acquisition, and program management services to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). We play a key role in acquiring and implementing mission-critical systems across the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) and Office of NextGen (ANG). Join us to advance the National Airspace System (NAS) aligned with FAA's vision for aviation.

As an Air Traffic Controller / ATC Specialist, support FAA Air Traffic Systems and Surveillance Services directorates within the Program Management Organization (PMO). Provide senior-level air traffic control system expertise to coordinate with requirements and operations personnel. Contribute to streamlining acquisition and deployment of next-generation systems.

Work on projects improving airport infrastructure, airspace efficiency, and integration of unmanned aircraft systems and commercial space ventures. Interface with user teams, system engineers, and program personnel. Your efforts directly influence FAA's adaptation to growth and technological shifts.

Ensure the aerospace system remains the safest and most efficient worldwide through expert analysis and recommendations. Demonstrate subject matter expertise in air traffic control procedures, equipment, facilities, terminology, and technology. Present solutions for short and long-term program planning.

Requirements

Successfully pass an FAA background investigation/verification and receive a successful final suitability determination
Air traffic control technical and operational work experience as a domestic or oceanic air traffic controller in an En Route & Oceanic or Terminal operational environment
Relevant training and/or certifications as an Air Traffic Controller
Knowledge of Air Traffic Control, Navigation, Flight Information, and Automation systems such as ERAM, TAMR, STARS, ASDE-X, ADS-B, ASOS, TFMS, TFDM
Demonstrate subject matter expertise in air traffic control procedures, equipment, facilities, terminology and technology

Responsibilities

Provide expert analysis to support development of site implementation and transition planning for National and Regional projects
Identify, analyze, coordinate, resolve, and report resolution of implementation issues from Capital Investment Plan projects
Coordinate technical interchange meetings and program reviews
Coordinate workgroup activities for En Route and Oceanic program offices and assist in air traffic requirements development
Assist with requirements verification and tracking for new En Route, Oceanic, and Terminal Air Traffic Control tools and systems
Identify potential inconsistencies and usability issues related to ATC system changes
Analyze system/subsystem specifications to ensure air traffic operational concerns are addressed
Present recommendations/solutions related to short and long-term program planning requirements