Transport
Air Traffic Controller
Crossing Hurdles
New ZealandYesterday
ContractMid level
What the role involves
- Transcribing radio transmissions
- Extracting flight instructions
- Reviewing transcript accuracy
What they ask for
Current or previous air traffic controller certification; fluency in written and verbal English; proficiency in aviation phraseology
- Professional licence or registration
About the job
Position: Air Traffic Controller
Type: Contract
Compensation: $30 - $50/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10-40 hrs/week
Role Responsibilities
- Listen to authentic ATC radio transmissions and produce accurate, structured transcripts in line with detailed project guidelines.
- Identify and extract critical instructions—including headings, altitudes, frequencies, and clearances—from radio communications.
- Leverage contextual resources such as airport diagrams, approach charts, and real-time aircraft positions to enhance transcription fidelity.
- Apply your operational experience to clarify ambiguous or noisy audio segments, ensuring precise and context-aware extraction.
- Deliver transcriptions that meet a stringent accuracy threshold as defined by project standards.
- Follow feedback and iterative review processes to refine output quality and support continuous AI model improvement.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all shared data and adhere to project security protocols.
Requirements
- Current or previous certification as an air traffic controller (tower, approach, center, or ground).
- Demonstrated fluency in English, both written and verbal, with proficiency in aviation phraseology.
- Ability to comprehend a wide array of accents, including those of international pilots.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to producing consistent, high-quality transcripts.
- Comfortable working independently with structured guidelines and tight quality benchmarks.
- Access to reliable internet, a distraction-free workspace, and quality headphones for critical listening.
- Experience using or referencing aviation maps, charts, and navigation tools is a plus.
Application Process
- Easy Apply on LinkedIn
- Check email for next steps
- Participate in resume evaluation & interview stage