ATCS Support & Test Specialist (ARRC Employees Only)
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ATCS, Certified Professional Controller (CPC)(Level 12),AT-2152-LH
Federal Aviation Administration
Department of Transportation
Location
Westbury, New York
Salary
$179,627 - $225,700
per year
Type
Full Time
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January 6, 2027
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as an air traffic controller at a busy radar facility in New York, guiding planes safely through the skies to prevent collisions and keep flights on schedule.
It's ideal for experienced controllers who thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy ensuring smooth air travel for thousands of passengers daily.
Candidates need prior certification and hands-on experience in similar roles to handle the intense workload.
Key Requirements
- Facility rated or area certified in an ATO terminal or en route facility
- Specialized experience as a radar controller at a Level 10 or higher terminal facility
- Pass the Ten Eleven Twelve Radar Assessment (TETRA) if not previously certified at Level 10+
- Knowledge of safe, orderly, and expeditious air traffic flow management
- Ability to project a positive, cooperative attitude towards system users
- Compliance with New York TRACON (N90) Academy and Employee Transfer Procedures
Full Job Description
Serves as a Radar Controller at a Level 12 radar cab or radar approach control facility and is responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.
Basic qualifications for Certified Professional Controller (CPC) positions in the terminal and en route options: Specialized Experience Required for CPC Positions: Must have been facility rated or area certified in an ATO terminal/en route facility.
Rating and Evaluation Criteria: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, candidates will be rated in accordance with the instructions on FAA Form 3330-43-1 (dated 6/00), Rating of Air Traffic Experience for AT Movement.
Employees that have not been facility radar certified at a level 10 or above Terminal facility will be required to pass the Ten Eleven Twelve Radar Assessment (TETRA).
Please read the New York TRACON (N90) Academy and Employee Transfer Procedures at https://www.faa.gov/jobs/media/NY_Tracon_Transfer_Procedures.pdf. Major Duties:
Serves as a Radar Controller at a Level 12 radar cab or radar approach control facility and is responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.
A Level 12 radar approach control is characterized by a traffic density measure of 100 or more instrument operations per hour.
Incumbent projects a positive, cooperative attitude towards system users and operators.
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