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15Q
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CMF AviationUnited States Army

Air Traffic Control (ATC) Operator

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Job Overview

As an Air Traffic Control (ATC) Operator, you'll track aircraft such as jets and helicopters to ensure mission success while maintaining critical safe flight operations. You’ll coordinate aircraft movement for takeoff and landing as well as track aircraft in flight in both tactical and non-tactical environments. You’ll have to follow specific procedures, rules, and regulations. You’ll control airborne and ground traffic for safety, process flight plan data, and you will help set up tactical air traffic control facilities on the front lines, ensuring the safety of every pilot and passenger.

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ASVAB & Qualification Requirements

ASVAB line-score minimums
  • ST101
Security clearance
None listed
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Required skills
Communication ProtocolsRadar OperationsAircraft Procedures
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