Air Traffic Controllers
Also called: Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS), Air Traffic Controller, Certified Professional Controller (CPC), Air Traffic Controller (Enroute Option)
What they do:
Control air traffic on and within vicinity of airport and movement of air traffic between altitude sectors and control centers according to established procedures and policies. Authorize, regulate, and control commercial airline flights according to government or company regulations to expedite and ensure flight safety.
On the job, you would:
- Issue landing and take-off authorizations or instructions.
- Monitor or direct the movement of aircraft within an assigned air space or on the ground at airports to minimize delays and maximize safety.
- Monitor aircraft within a specific airspace, using radar, computer equipment, or visual references.
Transportation
Safety and Government
Math and Science
Education and Training
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
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Attention
Visual Understanding
Verbal
Ideas and Logic
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People interested in this work like activities that include leading, making decisions, and business.
They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Flight control software
Expert system software
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