Air Traffic Controller
Job Overview
ACs control air traffic in and around naval air stations and aircraft carriers, guiding aircraft during takeoff, landing, and en-route operations.
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Official Qualification Requirements
Requirements being verified against the official service publication. We do not display unofficial or estimated scores — contact a recruiter for the current minimum.
Requirements are subject to change by the Department of Defense and each service. Always confirm the current standard with an official recruiter before making a decision.
May be required. The branch's published enlistment rules allow green card holders, but many assignments in this field need a security clearance, and only U.S. citizens are eligible for one (32 CFR 117.10, SEAD-4). Confirm the specific assignment with a recruiter. Verified August 2026.