Aloha to Everyone!
HCF is looking for a motivated individual who is experienced and able to take on the challenges of becoming a member of our staff as the Facility Engineer. The new Facility Engineer will be responsible for keeping controllers and Staff up-to-date with any new procedures and airspace changes that CRC and vNAS have brought to our virtual controlling world.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains HCF and ZUA sector, position and alias files for vSTARS and vERAM
- Updating CRC by adding new Fix Labels when required
- Stays up-to-date with new procedures and airspace changes
- Maintains the HCF Discord channel
- Maintains the training booking system (currently using Scheddy)
- Assists with creation and maintenance of Sweatbox simulation files and scenarios on ATC Trainer
- Maintains an active presence within the facility and on the VATSIM network
- Other duties as required
Required Qualifications
- Be an active member of the VATSIM network in good standing along with a clean record
- Has not been suspended on the network for at least one year year prior to date of this posting
- Capable of working well in a team-oriented environment
- Strong knowledge of the FAA Airspace and Air Traffic Control systems
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Currently holds a rating of S3 or higher (S2 will be considered if applicant is currently in training to be an S3. If an S2 is the successful applicant, S3 rating must be achieved not more than 60 days from appointment to FE)
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous or current ARTCC staff experience is preferable
- Real world aviation experience would be an asset
This position requires a significant commitment to HCF, VATUSA and VATSIM.
Please include the following in your application:
- Full name, email address and VATSIM CID
- Cover letter and resume detailing your experiences both with VATSIM and Real World
- Optional: Letter of recommendation from a current or previous ARTCC/VATUSA staff member
Please submit applications to the HCF Air Traffic Manager at hcf-atm@vatusa.net and Deputy Air Traffic Manager at hcf-datm@vatusa.net.
Applications to be sent as soon as possible please. The position posting closes December 14, 2025. The position posting may be extended if no experienced applicants are received.
Mahalo for your consideration.
