Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal)

Air Force Civilian Career Training

Fairfield (CA)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 110,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Air Force Civilian Career Training in California seeks an Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal) in a developmental PAQ program. The role develops analytical and evaluative skills through a structured training path with salary progression.

You will assist certified controllers, learn to issue instructions, disseminate advisories and weather data, and advance as you complete the formal 3-year training plan and performance reviews.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher with Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at undergraduate level.
Eligible for GS-7 through the Palace Acquire program with formal training plan.
Transcript documentation may be required for education-based qualification.

Responsibilities

Assist certified controllers and learn to issue air traffic control instructions and clearances.
Observe, report, and disseminate airport advisories, weather information, and equipment status.
Participate in a structured training program to obtain position certification and increased independence.

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or higher

Job description

Air Traffic Control Specialist (Terminal)

The primary purpose of this position is to serve in a PALACE Acquire (PAQ) centrally managed position in the Operations Career Field. This is a developmental position requiring the performance of assignments that are designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques.

Key Responsibilities

Assists certified controllers and learns to initiate and issue air traffic control instructions and clearances. Learns to observe, report, and disseminate airport advisories, weather information, and equipment status reports. Participates in training and developmental activities specific to a structured air traffic control training program to obtain position certification and carry-out routine assignments with more independence.

Performs a variety of highly structure, entry-level air traffic control work designed to develop broader and more in-depth knowledge and skill to perform higher level assignments.

Requirements & Education

For GS-7 Positions: Superior academic achievement at the baccalaureate level or 1 full year of graduate study meets the requirements for GS-7. The Palace Acquire Program offers you a permanent position upon completion of your formal training plan. As a Palace Acquire Intern you will experience both personal and professional growth while dealing effectively and ethically with change, complexity, and problem solving.

The program offers a 3-year formal training plan with yearly salary increases. Promotions and salary increases are based upon your successful performance and supervisory approval. This is your opportunity to begin a successful civilian career with the United States Air Force.

You must have completed a 4 year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in one of the following: a) Class Standing - upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision; b) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum.

c) Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society (note: freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this position). (If qualifying based on class standing or honor society membership, provide appropriate documentation). If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc., you cannot qualify based on GPA.

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education must accredit education. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $50460 – $110456/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-09-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Student' hiring path.