VATS Simulator Operator

Position OverviewCalian is currently seeking skilled professionals to join our team as VATS Simulator Operators to support the Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF) Air Traffic Control (ATC) units. As part of this role, you will be responsible for operating Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Air Traffic Simulators (VATS) at Military Aerodrome Control Units (MACUs) across various active Air Wings. This position is crucial for ensuring that Air Traffic Controller trainees reach their Operationally Functional Point (OFP), contributing to the readiness and operational effectiveness of the RCAF.ResponsibilitiesOperate VATS and Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) simulators to support the training of Air Traffic Controllers (AEC and AC Op personnel)Execute realistic training scenarios under various conditions, including non-VFR weather and low traffic situationsCollaborate with 1 CAD units to optimize the use of simulator training resourcesEnsure simulator operations adhere to occupational health, safety, and operational standardsQualificationsExperience with VFR and IFR simulators in a military or civil aviation environmentKnowledge of Air Traffic Control (ATC) operations, particularly within the RCAF or similar settingsTechnical skills in operating and troubleshooting complex simulation systemsUnderstanding of the Force Generation (FG) process in military trainingAbility to work autonomously while supporting ATC units with on-demand simulation needsPrevious experience working with radio communicationAdditional RequirementsBe available on a needed basis