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Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, (MSS-4, Level 6), Air Traffic Manager

Federal Aviation Administration

Department of Transportation

Fresh

Location

Moses Lake, Washington

Salary

$108,485 - $135,604

per year

Closes

February 2, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading an air traffic control facility in Moses Lake, Washington, where you'll oversee daily operations, manage a team of technical staff, and ensure safe and efficient aircraft movement across a region.

It's ideal for experienced air traffic professionals with supervisory backgrounds who enjoy directing teams, solving operational challenges, and interacting with industry leaders.

The role focuses on planning, training, and maintaining high standards to support the aviation sector.

Key Requirements

  • Held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or above regional/headquarters position for at least 1 year
  • Facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year in an Air Traffic Services (ATS) facility
  • Held a Management Support Specialist (MSS) position or above for at least 1 year in an ATS facility
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, including planning work, evaluating performance, and handling grievances
  • Experience in training, coaching, and developing subordinates in a technical environment
  • Ability to communicate with high-level stakeholders, including military, industry reps, unions, and government officials
  • Commitment to equal employment opportunity (EEO) policies and fostering a fair work environment

Full Job Description

Serves as an Air Traffic Manager of a level 6 facility. To qualify for this position you: 1.

Must have held an FAA 2152 FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year (52 weeks); OR 2.

Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility; (NOTE: An employee who has been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility that is upgraded is considered to meet the qualification requirements of the upgraded position, since he/she has been performing the higher-graded work); OR 3.

Must have held a MSS position or above for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Major Duties:

Responsible for planning and directing all activities at the facility.

Directs a highly technical workforce, including functionally integrated teams of operational and support personnel, that provides air traffic control services throughout a geographic area.

The work impacts the safe, orderly, and expeditious movement of aircraft as well as segments of the aviation industry.

Continuously reviews work processes to assure that results meet the agency's mission and the customer's needs, add value to facility services, and are efficiently achieved.

Provides training, coaching, and guidance to subordinates, and is responsible for team building throughout the facility. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates.

Sets and adjusts long and short-term priorities.

Approves leave; prepares schedules for completion of work; assigns work to subordinates based on priorities; evaluates work performance of subordinates ensuring equity of performance standards and ratings; gives advice on work and on administrative matters; makes decisions on work problems presented by subordinates; hears and resolves group grievances and serious employee complaints; effects disciplinary actions; recommends/approves selections and transfers; recommends awards or bonuses; approves expenses for overtime, equipment, and personnel within the facility; and identifies and arranges for developmental and other training needs of subordinates.

Communicates and reinforces EEO policies and programs in all areas of responsibilities, including selection, 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.

Meets or has contact with high ranking military and civilian managers, representatives of the aviation industry, key staff of public interest groups, union representatives, local government managers, professional organizations, and contractors.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/22/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/22/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: ANM-AT-26-MWH-97048