Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, Air Traffic Manager (AT-2152-EL)
Federal Aviation Administration
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Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, Operations Supervisor (AT-2152-FJ)
Federal Aviation Administration
Department of Transportation
Location
Carlsbad, California
Salary
$112,472 - $146,215
per year
Type
Closes
January 12, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team of air traffic controllers in a busy terminal facility near Carlsbad, California, by planning their work, setting schedules, evaluating performance, and ensuring safe and efficient operations.
It requires strong leadership to handle staff issues, improve team productivity, and align with the organization's goals for air traffic management.
Ideal candidates are experienced air traffic professionals with supervisory backgrounds who thrive in high-stakes, team-oriented environments.
Key Requirements
- Held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or above position for at least 1 year in a regional or headquarters role
- Facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year in an Air Traffic Services (ATS) facility
- Held a Management Support Specialist (MSS) position for at least 1 year in an ATS facility
- Experience supervising air traffic control specialists, including planning, assigning work, and setting priorities
- Ability to evaluate employee performance, resolve complaints, and arrange training needs
- Knowledge of diversity, EEO policies, and labor management partnership processes
- Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement
Full Job Description
Serves as an Operations Supervisor in an ATC-6 terminal facility responsible for planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility.
Serves as a member of the management team to improve organizational performance and to meet strategic goals.
1) Must have held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year; OR 2) Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year in an ATS facility; OR 3) Must have held a MSS position for at least 1 year in an ATS facility.
QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
In addition to the qualifications listed above for MSS positions, the chart on MSS position will be used to determine which career level applicants are qualified to make application. Major Duties:
Supervises a staff of Air Traffic Control Specialists that is responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area.
Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by subordinate employees. Sets work priorities and schedules.
Approves leave; gives advice, counsel, and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Evaluates performance of employees and recommends performance ratings.
Hears and resolves complaints from employees and refers group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher level manager.
Identifies and arranges for developmental and other training needs of employees. Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed.
Adjusts staffing levels and work procedures to accommodate resource decisions made at higher levels. Recommends goals and objectives for the area and tracks accomplishments.
Communicates and reinforces diversity and EEO policies and programs in all areas of responsibility, including selections, training, and transfers.
Supports and participates in the labor management partnership process, and fosters a work environment where all employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner.
The Operations Supervisor reports to the Operations Manager. Performance is evaluated upon the effectiveness with which assigned program objectives are achieved.
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