Air Traffic Controller Specialist

1w1 week ago

ASRC Federal

Honolulu, US · Full-time · $120,000 – $160,000

About this role

ASRC Federal Communications seeks an Air Traffic Controller Specialist for the ISS2 contract supporting Air Force customers on Wake Island. This rotational position features 3 months on-island work and 1 month off unpaid. Housing is provided in dormitory facilities while all meals are furnished through the cafeteria.

The specialist ensures safe aircraft movement, coordinates Air Traffic Control clearances, and controls flight line activities. Responsibilities include flight following transient aviation, maintaining Base Operations event logs, and monitoring Fixed Base Weather Observation Station. Issues relevant notices and approvals for aviation transit through Wake Island Airfield.

Performs airfield inspections, FOD checks, and BASH response as needed to assist the Airfield Manager. Acts as point of contact for emergencies, mobilizing response per Quick Reaction Checklists. Controls access and monitors activity on the flightline and Controlled Movement Area.

Relays Oakland ARTCC clearances to aircraft and provides airfield advisory services. Transmits ICAO flight plans and NOTAMs while processing PPR requests. Position requires unsupervised shift work in a multi-tasked aviation environment on a remote island 2,100 miles from HNL.

Requirements

One or more: USAF Airfield Management to include Base Operations, FAA Licensed Aircraft Dispatcher, or FAA Licensed Air Traffic Control Specialist
High School diploma or equivalent
Journeyman skill level in Airfield Management, Air Traffic Control, or Aircraft Dispatch
Operation of VHF and UHF air-to-ground radio systems
Complete and submit application paperwork for a secret clearance within 30 days of hire
Obtain and maintain secret clearance
U.S. Citizen
Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

Flight-follows aircraft and reports ATAs, ATDs, and other flight information to ATC agencies
Relays Oakland ARTCC ATC clearances to inbound, outbound and over-flying aircraft
Transmits ICAO flight plans, departure and other messages on appropriate data circuits
Processes Prior Permission Required (PPR) requests through USAF approval authorities
Transmits Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) and maintains Flight Information Publications (FLIPs)
Performs airfield inspections, FOD and BASH checks
Acts as point of contact for emergencies and mobilizes response per Base Operations Quick Reaction Checklists
Controls and monitors all access and activity on the flightline and Controlled Movement Area