Aerospace Control Operator

Canadian Armed Forces; North Bay, City of Cold Lake; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Aerospace Control Operators to manage airspace surveillance and control. In this vital role, you will operate advanced radar and communication systems, ensuring the safe movement of military and civilian aircraft. Your responsibilities will include providing ground control instructions, interpreting weather reports, and responding to emergencies. This position offers a unique work environment, with opportunities across Canada and beyond. Join a forward-thinking organization where your skills will contribute to national security and air traffic management. Embrace the challenge and make a significant impact in the field of aerospace control.

Qualifications

• Operate radar and communication systems for airspace control.
• Respond to emergency situations and maintain operational records.

Responsibilities

• Control and coordinate military and civilian air/ground traffic.
• Provide ground control instructions and flight advisory.

Skills

Radar Operation

Communication Skills

Emergency Response

Weather Interpretation

Education

Completion of Grade 10

Tools

Command and Control Systems

Radar Systems

Communication Systems

Job description

Non-Commissioned Member | Full Time, Part Time

In Demand

As a member of the military, Aerospace Control Operators operate radar, computer, communications and other sensor systems for the surveillance and control of airspace.

The Aerospace Control Operator controls and coordinates the movement of military and civilian air/ground traffic at Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) aerodromes and tactical units. The primary responsibilities are to:

• Operate command and control systems
• Provide ground control instructions to aircraft and vehicular traffic operating on the ground and flight advisory to aircraft
• Receive, relay and record flight plan information
• Interpret weather reports
• Maintain records
• Respond to emergency situations

Work environment

Aerospace Control Operators’ working environment can be underground or onboard aircraft. They may be employed throughout Canada, the United States and Europe. Aerospace Control Operators can also further operate Air Traffic Control services such as flight advisory, ground control and Precision Radar control to the Wings and Tactical Helicopter squadrons across Canada.

If you chose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part-time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment.

The minimum required education to apply for this occupation is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec with Grade 10 applied Math or Math 416 / CST 4 in Quebec.