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Air Traffic Control (ATC) Senior Trainer / Curriculum Developer

Hays · Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia

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We are looking for an experienced Air Traffic Control (ATC) Senior Trainer / Curriculum Developer to lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of competency-based ATC training programs.The role will ensure training curricula align with international aviation standards and applicable regulatory requirements while incorporating modern learning technologies, simulation, e-learning, and blended learning methodologies.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design, development, and maintenance of ATC training programs across ab initio, rating, refresher, and continuation training.Design and update competency-based training curricula aligned with international aviation standards and organizational requirements.Ensure training materials and programs comply with ICAO, EASA, FAA, and applicable national aviation authority standards.Lead the integration of simulation tools, e-learning, blended learning, and modern instructional methodologies into ATC training.Evaluate training effectiveness, instructional delivery, and learning outcomes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.Collaborate with subject matter experts, ATC instructors, and operational departments to ensure curriculum relevance and instructional quality.Provide leadership and mentorship to curriculum development teams and instructors.Support curriculum review, validation, accreditation, and regulatory compliance processes.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Air Traffic Management (ATM) or equivalent relevant major.Valid or previously held ATC license/rating in TWR, APP, or ACC.Strong understanding of ICAO SARPs, EASA, FAA, and/or local civil aviation training regulations.Proven experience developing, implementing, and evaluating competency-based training programs.Required ExperiencePreviously licensed/rated Air Traffic Control Officer (ATCO) in TWR, APP, or ACC.Minimum 10 years of operational ATC experience.Minimum 5 years of instructional experience.Proven experience designing and implementing competency-based ATC training programs.Experience in curriculum review, validation, and accreditation in line with ICAO, EASA, or relevant national aviation authority requirements.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional curriculum development teams and large-scale training development initiatives.Core CompetenciesATC Training & InstructionATC Curriculum DevelopmentCompetency-Based TrainingICAO / EASA / FAA StandardsTraining Evaluation & Continuous ImprovementCurriculum Validation & AccreditationInstructional DesignSimulation-Based TrainingE-Learning & Blended LearningTeam Leadership & Instructor MentoringStakeholder & Subject Matter Expert CollaborationContract Duration: 1 Year Contract