Air Controller

Air Controller

Amentum is seeking an Air Controller for the Space Force Range Contract Typical Duties

Controls Western Range (WR) airspace and air assets in support of daily tasking, pre-launch tests, and aeronautical tests

Interfaces with Test Conductors and range instrumentation such as telemetry or metric radars, interfaces with Air Force and other government representatives, and provides assistance in resolving conflicts between support elements and range resources while conducting pre-launch operational testing

Performs positive aircraft vectoring, air intercept control operations, and general airspace surveillance

Supports WR launch operations in the AF-certified Duty Air Controller, Air Controller, and Surface-Air-Surveillance operator positions

Other duties as assigned such as log keeping, scheduling range assets, and assisting with troubleshooting operational problems

Minimum Requirements

Associate's degree or two-year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent combination of education and experience in Aviation Management

Minimum of three years of air controller experience and/or training

Ability to control aircraft in a variety of tasks in support of Aerial Surveillance mission

Experience using an automated Air Control and Surveillance System to control aircraft in a military environment

Graduate of an USAF Air Weapons Controller/Air Weapons Manager or USN Air Intercept Controllers Course or equivalent

The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project requirements

Ability to solve geometric position problems

Good verbal skills

Ability to interpret requirements and convert into action plans

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance.

Note:

U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual starting salary for this position is between $40.85 - $50.98 hourly. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays annually.