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Aircraft Pilot

micro1

LocationRemote
SeniorityProfessional; substantial real-world flight operations experience preferred
Companymicro1
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Compensation

$62k-$104k

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What this posting tells you

Remote contractor role for professional pilots to transcribe and annotate ATC communications for an AI aviation project. Substantial real-world flight operations experience is preferred; no prior AI experience is required. The listing does not state a salary or pay range.

Role lane

Data, Operations, Product

Where you can work

Eligible countries are not stated.

Working hours

Timezone overlap is not stated.

Arrangement

Professional; substantial real-world flight operations experience preferred · Contractor

Required signals
Flight operations expertiseATC communication interpretationAccurate audio transcriptionAviation instruction extraction and annotationAttention to detailUse of navigational charts and airport diagramsAbility to follow structured project guidelines
Preferred signals
International flight operations experienceExperience interpreting regional and non-native English accentsData annotation or transcription experienceComfort using digital tools and audio equipment
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  • Required timezone overlap is not stated
Market context

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12,252active related roles
3,685new in the latest period
430.5jobs per 100 candidates
$153kmedian of comparable listed ranges

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Skills and signals
Flight operations expertiseATC communication interpretationAccurate audio transcriptionAviation instruction extraction and annotationAttention to detailUse of navigational charts and airport diagramsAbility to follow structured project guidelinesInternational flight operations experienceExperience interpreting regional and non-native English accentsData annotation or transcription experienceComfort using digital tools and audio equipmentRemote
Job description

Aircraft Pilot at micro1

Role Title: Aircraft Pilot

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging professional Aircraft Pilots to contribute to a customer's innovative project focused on advancing AI in aviation. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

Listen to authentic air traffic control (ATC) radio transmissions and accurately transcribe audio following detailed project guidelines

Extract and document key flight instructions, including headings, altitudes, and radio frequencies

Reference supporting materials such as airport diagrams, navigational charts, and aircraft positioning data to ensure precise transcription and annotation

Apply aviation experience to interpret diverse communication styles, accents, and operational contexts commonly encountered in real-world ATC

Meet a rigorous standard for transcription accuracy, targeting a 2% word error rate or better

Contribute feedback for ongoing improvements to guidelines, processes, and AI understanding of ATC communications

Preferred qualifications

Active or former professional pilot with substantial experience in real-world flight operations

Fluency in English, with proven ability to interpret and communicate complex ATC instructions

Experience operating internationally and understanding a variety of regional and non-native English accents

Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to follow structured annotation and transcription protocols

Comfort using digital tools, reference materials, and high-quality audio equipment in a remote setting

Reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace equipped with good headphones

Prior experience with data annotation, transcription, or similar structured data projects is a plus

Company context

Working remotely at micro1

micro1 builds human-expertise data and evaluation infrastructure for AI models and agents. It recruits core-team employees and domain experts for AI training projects.

Headquarters
San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States
Founded
2022
Remote policy

Expert opportunities are remote and can be flexible. International applicants are considered, subject to country exclusions and each project's requirements. Core-team work arrangements vary by opening; check the individual posting.

Application process

Apply through the official posting. Expert applicants complete an AI interview and skills certification, followed by project selection and onboarding. Certification does not guarantee a project or immediate work.

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