Air Traffic Controller (Terminal)

Air Force Civilian Service; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 67,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentives

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service in Clovis, NM seeks a full-time Air Traffic Controller (Terminal), GS-2152-11, at Cannon AFB to manage the TERPS program and provide VFR ATC services near the airport.

This government position requires US citizenship, a current FAA ATC certification, and eligibility for a Secret clearance. Special Salary Rate: $86,000–$111,000; incentives may be available; probation or trial periods apply.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Must possess current and valid FAA/ATC certification.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Secret security clearance.
• This is a designated drug testing position.
• TERPS experience desired; training may be provided in-residence/on-the-job.
• Supervisory experience is highly desired.
• Knowledge of ATC procedures, FAA/Air Force publications and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the TERPS Program.
• Provide visual flight rules (VFR) ATC services near the airfield.
• Ensure safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.
• Apply TERPS criteria and ATC procedures; maintain currency.
• Coordinate with AF/FAA documents and equipment standards.

Skills

Air traffic control

TERPS experience

Decision making under pressure

Security clearance readiness

Education

FAA/ATC certification

Tools

ATC equipment (radar, radios, NAVAIDS)

Job description

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Air Traffic Controller (Terminal), GS-2152-11, located at the 27th Special Operations Support Squadron at Cannon AFB, Clovis, NM.

Special Salary Rate: $86,000 – 111,000

NO 180-DAY WAIVER!

Recruitment incentives may be available based on eligibility.

Depending on the type of position you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.

In this role, you will develop and manage the unit Air Traffic Control (ATC) Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS) Program and provide visual flight rules (VFR) air traffic control services to aircraft operating in the vicinity of an airport or on the controlled movement area of the airfield, providing for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.

• US citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance
• Must possess valid air traffic controller certification and obtain/maintain currency of the same
• This is a designated drug testing position
• TERPS experience desired. Willing to train the right candidate via in-residence training (TDY/TAD) and on-the-job training (OJT).
• Supervisory experience is highly desired
• Knowledge of concepts and principles contained in Air Force instructions, FAA handbooks, regulations and orders, and other publications pertaining to flight information publication requirements; and of approach procedure flyability, ATC policies and procedures, flight inspection requirements, geography, electronic data processing, and navigational aids characteristics in order to certify instrument flight procedures
• Knowledge of civil engineering rules and regulations relating to airport actual and imaginary surfaces, airfield waivers and airfield construction; and with the use and function of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) Aeronautical Information Publication Library
• Knowledge of the rules, regulations, and procedures governing the conduct of air traffic control operations and the separation of aircraft in terminal control tower operations; and of the functional and operational limitations of all ATC equipment including radar systems, navigational aids (NAVAIDS), weather indicators, remote status indicators, radios, landlines, recording equipment, ATC simulation systems, and other equipment pertaining to ATC services; and of significant weather conditions affecting air traffic operations
• Skill in application of TERPS criteria
• Ability to use computer systems and printing devices including GPD, desktop computers, large-scale printers, and similar data processing devices; and to extract required data from associated source reference materials
• Ability to make rapid and precise judgments in a real-time work situation; remain calm under stressful conditions; and adjust rapidly to changes in traffic patterns and work tempo
• The duties of this position meet all requirements as a Category 4 designation and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal agency or office to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and cannot become a member of the Ready Reserve in accordance with DoDD 1200.7, Screening the Ready Reserve
• Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and through full resumption of all functions

Required Documents

• Provide front and back copies of the Federal Aviation Administration Credential Card for Air Traffic Control Specialist qualifications
• Meet medical requirements for Civilian DoD/Federal Air Traffic Control Specialists and obtain and provide a copy of a current FAA Medical Certificate

Requirements

• The incumbent must have the ability to meet and maintain on a continuing basis the physical, mental, and medical standards for ATC duties as specified by the OPM qualification standard for GS-2152
• Must possess current and valid FAA/ATC specialist certification and maintain same

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length.

AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.