| Job Title : |
Air traffic control operator |
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| Job Reference : |
usang |
| Location : |
United States |
| Posted on : |
Wed May 07, 2008 |
| Job category: |
National Guard, Enlisted, Aviation |
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| Job Description |
The National Guard air traffic control operator is an integral member of the team ensuring personnel safety and the safe and effective flow of aircraft. This specialist is primarily responsible for tracking planes and giving instructions for landing and take-off. Duties include:
· Tracking flights by using visual and electronic aids
· Assisting in the installation and relocation of tactical air traffic control facilities
· Recording and transmitting flight plan data
· Maintaining related logs and records
Training
National Guard training usually is scheduled to accommodate a member’s civilian life, whether it is for the job or school. Each member first attends Initial Entry Training. After basic training, a solider then reports for Advanced Individual Training, which may vary in length depending on your specialty. Training continues for one drill weekend each month and one annual training period, which is usually two weeks in the summer.
Helpful skills
An ideal candidate for a National Guard air traffic control operator should:
· Understand the need for accuracy and attention to detail
· Have a four-year college degree and certification by the Federal Aviation Administration
· Be able to remain calm during stressful situations
· Be decisiveness
· Enjoy working on a team |
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