Air Traffic Control Operator - Paid Training & Guard Service

DC Army National Guard; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 5,200 - 6,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

Montgomery GI Bill

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

401(k)-type plan

Student Loan Repayment Program

Health care benefits

VA home loans

Bonuses

Job summary

The Army National Guard seeks an Air Traffic Control Operator to monitor air and ground traffic and provide precise instructions to aircrew, ensuring safe flight operations. You will learn radar procedures, aircraft recognition, takeoff/landing controls, and shift briefings.

Training starts with Basic and Advanced Individual Training, with paid, structured learning and tuition assistance. Civilian air traffic opportunities follow, supported by a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be enlisted in the Army National Guard.
• Must be at least a junior in high school or have a diploma/GED.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet standards.

Responsibilities

• Control airborne and ground traffic.
• Process flight plan data and maintain logs.
• Brief shift personnel on runway utilization and weather.

Skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Army National Guard seeks an Air Traffic Control Operator to monitor air and ground traffic and provide precise instructions to aircrew, ensuring safe flight operations. You will learn radar procedures, aircraft recognition, takeoff/landing controls, and shift briefings.

Training starts with Basic and Advanced Individual Training, with paid, structured learning and tuition assistance. Civilian air traffic opportunities follow, supported by a strong benefits package.