About this role
As a Ramp Tower Controller in the Airport Operations Department at Washington Dulles International Airport, you will control aircraft on ramps and taxi lanes. You will dispatch mobile lounges to safely transport airline passengers to and from aircraft and terminals. You will monitor all aircraft and vehicles to ensure safe, efficient ground movement.
You will direct aircraft movements in the midfield ramp area per the Dulles Airport Surface Operations Letter of Agreement with FAA tower. Give instructions to arriving aircraft for taxiing to gates and approve push-backs into taxi lanes. Ensure orderly traffic flow based on current runway configurations.
Coordinate with FAA, airlines, and IAD departments for compliance with rules and protocols. Dispatch mobile lounges efficiently, assign remote parking, and report safety hazards or emergencies. Maintain logs, records, and coordinate equipment maintenance.
Operate in a dynamic airfield environment requiring quick coordination of multiple sources. Follow guidelines during emergencies or security breaches with Airport Operations team. Update gate books and pertinent assignments for smooth operations.
Requirements
- Four years of progressively responsible experience controlling aircraft movements on the ground or in the air at a major airport
- Qualified as a controller for the FAA, US Military, or ramp control tower at a major airport
- Qualified as a pilot for a CFR Part 121 air carrier
- Degree from an approved Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI)
- Ability to perform basic analyses of data and information
- Skill in coordinating and prioritizing multiple information sources simultaneously
- Ability to speak and write effectively
- Skill in using a computer, computerized work order and time and attendance system
Responsibilities
- Directs the movement of aircraft in midfield ramp area in compliance with Dulles Airport Surface Operations Letter of Agreement
- Gives instruction to arriving aircraft for taxiing to pre-assigned gates
- Approves requests for push-backs of aircraft into taxi lanes and gives taxi instructions ensuring orderly flow
- Dispatches mobile lounges/plane-mates to safely and efficiently transport airline passengers
- Assigns remote parking areas to aircraft, informs airlines, and notes information in gate book
- Reports observed safety hazards, adverse airfield operations, and all other problems
- Maintains and updates all pertinent records, logs, and assignments
- Coordinates with FAA, airlines, and other IAD departments for safe operations
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