Aviation Communications Transcriber

About the Project

Alignerr is building next-generation AI systems for aviation and autonomous flight, requiring high-quality transcriptions of real Air Traffic Control (ATC) and pilot communications. This specialized role as an Aviation Communications Transcriber is crucial for enhancing aviation safety and autonomy through advanced AI.

Position Overview

• Organization: Alignerr (Powered by Labelbox)
• Position: Aviation Communications Transcriber
• Location: Remote
• Type: Hourly / Task-based Contract
• Compensation: $20-30 /hour
• Commitment: 10-40 hours/week

This Project Requires

• A deep understanding of aviation phraseology.
• The ability to accurately capture fast, noisy, real-world radio communications.
• Extreme attention to detail in all transcription tasks.

What You’ll Do as an Aviation Communications Transcriber

• Transcribe real-world Air Traffic Control (ATC) ↔ pilot audio recordings.
• Carefully label speakers, callsigns, instructions, and responses within the audio.
• Correctly capture aviation terminology, abbreviations, and specific phraseology.
• Work on task-based assignments, managing your own pace to meet deadlines.
• Consistently meet rigorous quality and accuracy standards, which are critical for AI training.

Who This Is For

This role is ideal for individuals with a strong background or passion for aviation communications:

• A pilot, student pilot, Air Traffic Controller (ATC), or other aviation professional.
• An aviation enthusiast who regularly listens to ATC communications.
• Someone who profoundly understands aviation radio communications and phraseology.
• An individual who is extremely detail-oriented and patient with audio transcription work.

No prior professional transcription experience is required, but a solid understanding of aviation communications is essential.

Compensation Details

• Paid per task, equivalent to an hourly rate based on speed and quality.
• High-quality contributors receive priority access to additional work.
• Top performers have the potential to earn very strong effective hourly rates.

Why Join Alignerr

• Enjoy competitive pay and the flexibility of remote work.
• Contribute to cutting-edge AI projects in aviation safety.
• Gain exposure to advanced Large Language Models (LLMs) and their training methodologies.
• Benefit from freelance perks such as autonomy, flexibility, and global collaboration.
• Opportunity for contract extension based on performance and project needs.

Application Process

The application process is straightforward and takes approximately 10-15 minutes:

• Submit your resume.
• Complete a short screening assessment.
• Proceed with project matching and onboarding.

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please ensure you complete your AI interview and all application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Key skills/competency

• Aviation Phraseology
• Air Traffic Control (ATC)
• Audio Transcription
• Attention to Detail
• Aviation Terminology
• Radio Communications
• Labeling
• AI Training Data
• Autonomous Flight
• Quality Assurance