Range Air Traffic Controller C

Job Summary

Independently, or under minimum supervision, provides close positive air control of all aircraft operating in PMRF airspace. Must be certified IAW PMRFINST 3722.1 Series prior to controlling aircraft in PMRF airspace.

MAJOR JOB ACTIVITIES:

Provides close positive control of multiple aircraft through interpretation of radar data presented on analog and digital display devices
Communicates with aircraft using proper radio transmission procedures and protocols
Provides controlled aircraft with flight information necessary for them to accomplish their mission and avoid interfering with other aircraft operating in the area
Maintains a log of all aircraft activity on the Range
Prepares and submits periodic reports
Sets-up, checks-out, operates, and monitors radar displays and other computer-generated multi-sensor display systems in support of Range Operations. Responds to changing operational requirements when directed
Maintains surveillance and notifies RCO of unidentified aircraft or vessels entering the operational areas
Directs Range aircraft and boats in the launch and recovery of targets and the recovery of weapons
Performs aerial target coordination tasks during RPV flights and aircraft coordination during remote site EW operations as required
Performs other duties as required

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Satisfactory completion of a Navy "A" School Air Traffic Controller (ATC) course or one of the following courses: Navy Air Intercept Controller (AIC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ATC School, and Navy Air Direction Controller (ADC) Course
• Equivalent Air Force Schools accepted

Experience:

• 3 years of experience in ATC field
• Knowledge of radar displays & computer-generated multi-sensor display systems
• Note: Any RATC used to fill a TCO position will meet all TCO position qualifications in addition to those required for RATC

Required Training, Licenses, and Certifications:

• Information Assurance

Security Clearance:

Secret security clearance is required. Applicants selected must be a US Citizen in order to apply for a Secret Security Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment, and maintain a security clearance for access to clearance for access to classified information or Closed/restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.

DoD Secret security clearance.