Remote Pilot Operator Supervisor

SAIC

. Oversee and direct the activities of CTS personnel providing Remote Pilot Operator support .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRonkonkoma • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Remote Pilot Operator support, including training and operational oversight, while ensuring compliance with FAA standards and effective communication with personnel at all levels.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Remote Pilot Operator CertificationExperience at New York ARTCCFAA e-LMS KnowledgeMS Office Suite ProficiencyEffective Oral and Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Remote Pilot Operator ExperienceAbility to Read and Interpret DiagramsBasic Computer ProficiencyTraining and Training-Related SupportKnowledge of FAAO JO 7110.65

Soft Skills

Effective Team Building SkillsAbility to Speak Clearly and Be Understood

Tools & Technologies

Current Technology Tools FamiliarizationTabletsNotebooksApplications

Certifications & Qualifications

RPO Certification

Industry Keywords

FAAPublic Trust ClearanceAir Traffic Controller TrainingTerminal Radar LabEn Route Lab

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and direct the activities of CTS personnel providing Remote Pilot Operator support
Direct RPO schedules
Monitor and oversee daily operations within the area of responsibility
Ensure accurate and timely completion of RPO time cards
Support air traffic controller training services for the Federal Aviation Administration
Provide training and training-related support to prepare students to become fully certified air traffic controllers

Requirements

What you’ll need

US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
High school diploma or equivalent and at least two (2) years of experience as a Remote Pilot Operator (RPO)
Basic computer proficiency
Ability to read and interpret diagrams and manuals
Ability to speak clearly and be understood
RPO certification equivalent to that required of a RPO
Experience as an RPO at New York ARTCC (ZNY) is prioritized
Ability to interface effectively with FAA personnel at all levels is highly desired
Experience working in either the Terminal radar lab or En Route lab
Effective oral and written communications skills
Working knowledge of FAAO JO 7110.65
Effective team building skills
MS Office Suite proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Basic familiarization with current technology tools (tablets, notebooks, applications, etc.)
Knowledge of FAA e-LMS
Prior supervisory experience is preferred but not required