Aviation Communications Transcriber (ATC)

Atlanta

**About The Role** We're building next-generation AI systems for aviation and autonomous flight --- and we need people who actually understand what's being said on the radio. This is a specialized transcription role for pilots, air traffic controllers, and aviation enthusiasts. You'll work with real-world ATC and pilot audio recordings, turning complex, fast-paced radio communications into high-quality transcriptions that directly train aviation AI. * Organization: Alignerr (Powered by Labelbox) * Type: Hourly / Task-Based Contract * Location: Remote * Commitment: 10--40 hours/week **What You'll Do** * Transcribe real-world Air Traffic Control (ATC) ↔ pilot audio recordings with precision * Label speakers, callsigns, instructions, and pilot responses accurately * Capture aviation terminology, abbreviations, and standard phraseology correctly * Complete task-based assignments on your own schedule * Meet quality and accuracy benchmarks --- this work directly impacts aviation safety AI **Who You Are** You don't need to be a professional transcriptionist --- but you do need to genuinely understand aviation radio communications. **You're a Great Fit If You Are** * A licensed pilot, student pilot, or certified Air Traffic Controller * An aviation professional with radio communications experience * An aviation enthusiast who regularly listens to live or recorded ATC * Someone who can distinguish callsigns, clearances, and read-backs without hesitation * Extremely detail-oriented and patient with audio work **Key Qualities** * Deep familiarity with ICAO/FAA aviation phraseology * Ability to parse fast, noisy, real-world radio transmissions * High accuracy standards and strong self-editing habits * Reliable and self-motivated in an async work environment **Nice to Have** * Experience with transcription tools or annotation platforms * Familiarity with AI data labeling workflows * Exposure to instrument procedures, ATC facility operations, or dispatch environments **Why Join Us** * Meaningful work: Your transcriptions directly improve AI systems used in aviation safety and autonomous flight * Fully remote: Work from anywhere, on your own schedule * Flexible commitment: Scale hours up or down based on your availability * Specialty niche: This role is built for aviation people --- your expertise is genuinely valued here * Top performers rewarded: High-quality contributors get priority access to more tasks and stronger effective hourly rates * Cutting-edge projects: Contribute to AI development at the frontier of aerospace and autonomy * Potential for ongoing work: Strong contributors may receive extended contracts