Air Traffic Controllers (15Q)

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and become a certified Air Traffic Control (ATC) Operator (15Q). You'll track aircraft such as jets and helicopters to ensure mission success while maintaining critical safe flight operations. You’ll coordinate aircraft movement for takeoff and landing as well as track aircraft in flight in both tactical and non-tactical environments. You’ll have to follow specific procedures, rules, and regulations. You’ll control airborne and ground traffic for safety, process flight plan data, and help set up tactical air traffic control facilities on the front lines, ensuring the safety of every pilot and passenger. This is not a civilian contractor position.

No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card;
• 17 to 34 Years Old;
• High School Diploma or GED;
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines;
• No Major Law Violations;
• No Medical Concerns.

TESTING & CERTIFICATIONS:

• 7 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available;
• 10 weeks of Basic Training;
• 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training;
• 101 ASVAB Score: Skilled Technical (ST).

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN:

• Communication Protocols;
• Radar Operations;
• Aircraft Procedures.

BENEFITS:

Financial Benefits:

• Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses.
• Retirement Plan: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more.
• Special Pays: Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment.

Healthcare:

• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE.
• Dental and Vision: Access to dental and vision care services.

Education:

• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for college courses while on active duty.
• GI Bill: Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
• Student Loan Repayment: Assistance in repaying student loans.

Housing and Living:

• Housing Allowance: Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing.
• On-Base Housing: Access to housing on military installations.
• Commissary and Exchange: Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores.

Career and Training:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement.
• Skill Training: Technical and tactical training in various fields.

Family Support:

• Family Programs: Support services for families, including counseling and childcare.
• Relocation Assistance: Help with moving costs and finding housing.

Retirement and Veterans Benefits:

• Pension: Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service.
• VA Benefits: Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans.

Recreation and Leisure:

• Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR): Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities.