Air Traffic Control Operations Supervisor MSS-2, Level-5

Federal Aviation Administration; Avoca (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Aviation Administration in the United States is seeking a Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (MSS-2, Level-5) (Operations Supervisor) to lead a terminal facility and direct operations within delegated areas of responsibility.

You will provide first-line supervision to Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers, plan workload, and ensure timely, safe operations. The role emphasizes staff development, performance evaluation, and compliance with agency policies.

Qualifications

• Directs and supervises a team of air traffic control specialists.
• Plans and assigns work, sets priorities and schedules.
• Evaluates employee performance and recommends ratings.
• Resolves complaints and addresses grievances.
• Identifies training needs and supports development.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a staff of Air Traffic Control Specialists within geographic area.
• Plans and assigns work and sets priorities for subordinate employees.
• Approves leave and counsels employees on work matters.
• Evaluates performance and recommends ratings.
• Addresses employee complaints and coordinates training requirements.

Skills

Air traffic control

Staff supervision

Performance evaluation

Training & development

Employee relations

Education

Air Traffic Controller certification

Job description

Federal Aviation Administration in the United States is seeking a Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (MSS-2, Level-5) (Operations Supervisor) to lead a terminal facility and direct operations within delegated areas of responsibility.

You will provide first-line supervision to Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers, plan workload, and ensure timely, safe operations. The role emphasizes staff development, performance evaluation, and compliance with agency policies.