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Posted: February 7, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, (MSS-2, Level 6), Operations Supervisor

Federal Aviation Administration

Department of Transportation

Fresh

Salary

$99,444 - $129,278

per year

Closes

February 17, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team of air traffic controllers in a busy airport facility, overseeing daily operations, assigning tasks, and ensuring smooth and safe air traffic management.

A good fit would be an experienced air traffic control professional with supervisory background who enjoys mentoring staff, solving operational issues, and maintaining high safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Key Requirements

  • At least 1 year (52 weeks) in an FAA 2152 FG-14 or higher regional/headquarters position
  • Facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year in an Air Traffic Services (ATS) facility
  • At least 1 year in a Management Support Specialist (MSS) position or above in an ATS facility
  • Experience supervising developmental and certified professional air traffic controllers
  • Ability to plan, direct operations, assign work, and evaluate employee performance
  • Skills in resolving employee complaints, arranging training, and improving work processes
  • Qualifications must be met by the job announcement closing date

Full Job Description

Serves as an Operations Supervisor in a level 6 terminal 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 operations within delegated areas of responsibility. Provides first line supervision to a team of developmental and certified professional controllers.

Supervises a staff of air traffic control specialist who 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.

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.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/7/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/7/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: ANM-AT-26-MWH-97186