GS-2152

Air Traffic Control

Federal air traffic controller position directing aircraft movement in controlled airspace, coordinating takeoffs and landings, and ensuring aviation safety at FAA facilities nationwide.

📊Administrative📈two-grade📁2100

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Qualification Requirements

Official OPM qualification standards for GS-2152

Air Traffic Control Individual Occupational Requirements

Education:

Bachelor's degree with coursework in aviation, or graduation from FAA-approved ATC program

Experience: Experience in air traffic control operations.

Special Requirements:

Must pass FAA medical examination
Must complete FAA ATC training program
Subject to age limits for initial appointment
Must pass background investigation

🎖️Tips for Veterans

✓Translate military experience: Map duties to civilian terminology.
✓Highlight training: Include courses and certifications.
✓Veterans preference: Claim your 5 or 10-point preference.
✓Experience substitution: Military experience may substitute for education.

🎖️Military to Federal Crosswalk

Military jobs that transition to GS-2152

Air Force1C1X1

★★★★★Match

Air Traffic Control

Air Traffic Control series. FAA actively recruits military ATCs with CTI preference.

Skills:

Air Traffic ControlRadar OperationsCommunicationDecision Making

Entry Grades:

FG-5FG-7FG-9FG-11

Marine Corps7212

★★★★★Match

Air Traffic Controller

Direct path to FAA Air Traffic Control. CTI preference.

Skills:

Air Traffic ControlRadarCommunicationsDecision Making

Entry Grades:

FG-5FG-7FG-9FG-11

Air Force1C2X1

★★★★★Match

Combat Control

Air traffic control certification valuable. FAA credentials often transferable.

Skills:

Air Traffic ControlCommunicationsCombat Operations

Entry Grades:

GS-9GS-11GS-12

NavyAWO

★★★★★Match

Aircrewman Operator

Limited match - AWO operates sensors and mission systems, not ATC. Requires FAA ATC certification pathway. Consider only with additional ATC training.

Skills:

Airspace coordinationCommunicationsRadar operationsFlight tracking

Entry Grades:

GS-7GS-9GS-11

💡 Tip: Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.

📋Typical Duties

•Direct aircraft movements
•Issue clearances and instructions
•Monitor radar displays
•Coordinate with pilots
•Manage airspace
•Handle emergency situations
•Maintain separation between aircraft
•Process flight plans
•Coordinate with other facilities
•Document traffic activities

🎯Key Competencies

Traffic Separation

Ability to maintain safe separation of aircraft.

Communication

Skill in clear radio communication.

Decision Making

Ability to make rapid, accurate decisions.

Situational Awareness

Skill in tracking multiple aircraft.

Stress Management

Ability to perform under pressure.

Regulations

Knowledge of FAA regulations and procedures.

Coordination

Skill in coordinating with pilots and controllers.

Equipment

Proficiency in ATC radar and systems.

🔑Resume Keywords

Coordinate with other facilitiesCoordinate with pilotsDirect aircraft movementsDocument traffic activitiesHandle emergency situationsIssue clearances and instructionsMaintain separation between aircraftManage airspaceMonitor radar displaysProcess flight plansCombat ControlNavy Air Traffic Controller

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