Aviation Data Specialist (Flight Students & Pilots)
Alignerr β’ Remote β’ Posted 22 days ago
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Pay Rate
$18.5/task
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22d ago
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About this Role
What You'll Do
- Listen to and transcribe real pilot-to-ATC (air traffic control) audio recordings with precision
- Review and validate AI-generated transcriptions for accuracy in aviation terminology and phraseology
- Label and annotate audio data to help AI systems understand real-world aviation communication
- Flag errors, miscommunications, or unclear audio segments using structured guidelines
- Apply your knowledge of standard aviation language (ICAO phraseology, readbacks, clearances) to ensure high-quality outputs
- Work independently and asynchronously at your own pace
About the Role
Are you a flight student or aviation enthusiast in the UK with a sharp ear for cockpit communications? We're looking for Aviation Data Specialists to help train cutting-edge AI systems using real-world pilot-to-tower audio. Your knowledge of aviation terminology, phraseology, and standard operating procedures is exactly what's needed to make AI smarter and safer in one of the world's most critical industries. Whether you're training towards your PPL at a local airfield, working through your CPL or ATPL theory, or you're an aviation graduate looking for flexible work β this role lets you put your specialist knowledge to real use. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role β work on your own schedule while doing something genuinely meaningful.
- Organization: Alignerr
- Type: Hourly Contract
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: 10β40 hours/week
Who You Are
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a flight training program (PPL, CPL, ATPL, or equivalent β EASA or UK CAA)
- Familiar with standard pilot-to-ATC communication and aviation radio phraseology
- Strong listening comprehension and attention to detail
- Comfortable working with audio tools and structured data entry
- Reliable, self-motivated, and able to meet quality benchmarks independently
- No prior AI or data labeling experience required β we'll provide all the guidance you need
Nice to Have
- Logged flight hours or simulator experience
- Familiarity with ICAO, EASA, or UK CAA communication standards
- Background in aviation safety, dispatch, or ATC
- Understanding of UK airspace classifications and procedures
Why Join Us
- Make a real impact β your work directly improves AI systems used in safety-critical aviation contexts
- Flexible remote work β log in when it suits you, no fixed schedule
- Leverage your expertise β get paid for the aviation knowledge you've worked hard to build
- Cutting-edge projects β contribute to some of the most advanced AI research in specialised domains
- Freelance freedom β autonomy, independence, and the ability to scale hours up or down
- Ongoing opportunity β strong performers are considered for contract extension and additional projects
Requirements
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
Compensation Analysis
Are you a flight student or aviation enthusiast in the UK with a sharp ear for cockpit communications? We're looking for Aviation Data Specialists to help train cutting-edge AI systems using real-world pilot-to-tower audio. Your knowledge of aviation terminology, phraseology, and standard operating procedures is exactly what's needed to make AI sma
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the assessment actually like?
Notoriously strict. Alignerr uses TestGorilla for role-specific timed tests β a blank coding environment for engineers, rigorous grammar and fact-checking for writers. There is almost no hand-holding. The critical catch: this is essentially a one-shot process. Fail or abandon the assessment, and you are typically locked out of that role permanently with no option to retake.
How quickly can I start earning after I pass?
Not immediately. Even after passing the assessment and completing identity verification (via Persona) and billing setup (via Deel), you may sit in a waiting pool for weeks or months. You only start earning when a project matching your specific skills launches and you are officially assigned. Do not plan around Alignerr income until you are actively on a project.
Is there a community?
Yes β and it is one of Alignerr's genuine strengths. Once assigned to a project, you are added to Slack channels where you can ask questions, get rubric clarifications from admins, and talk to other AI trainers. This is rare in AI training and makes a real difference when guidelines are ambiguous or change mid-project.
What does the work actually look like?
It is practical, hands-on data work. You might be recording short videos, categorizing images, rating text responses, or analyzing data. The tasks are designed to be short and distinctβtypically 5-60 minutes per task.
How flexible is the schedule?
Extremely. This is true "log in and work" flexibility. You can usually work for 20 minutes or 4 hours depending on your availability. There are rarely minimum hour requirements, making it ideal for side income.
Is there an interview?
Usually, no. Hiring for these roles is almost entirely based on passing an automated assessment or "qualification" task. If you pass the test, you get access to the work.
What is the barrier to entry?
Alignerr is known for difficult technical assessments. You must pass a timed test in your specific domain (e.g., Python, Physics, or Language) before you are eligible for any paid projects.