Position Description
Are you an air traffic controller looking to travel and serve as a one-person -go-team- to help facilities that are critically staffed? Serco has a great opportunity that allows you to be based out of almost any of our Serco air traffic control towers! Serco Inc. along with our parent company Serco Group is the largest non-government provider of Air Traffic Control (ATC) services in the world. It is our goal to promote the development of aviation and provide safe, efficient and courteous service to our customers and users of our services. Bring your air traffic skills and join the best team.
The Operations Specialist has the ability to select their home facility/location to be based out of. Serco and the Aviation Operations Specialist will coordinate selection of the home facility based on geographic location, traffic, and complexity.
Serco Inc. is a federal government contractor that provides air traffic control services at Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Contract Towers (FCTs), Non-Federal Contract Towers (NFCT), Remote Air Traffic Control Towers and Ramp Control Services in 12 western states.
The Operations Specialist travels to any one of Serco's towers, many times on short notice, obtains a quick certification and then fills in as an Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) or Air Traffic Manager (ATM) as needed. Extensive travel is required. Must be familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Must rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Needs to have the ability to lead and direct the work of others. Typically reports to an executive or a manager.
As an ATCS, the Operations Specialist will control air traffic on and within the vicinity of the airport according to established procedures and policies to prevent collisions and minimize delays arising from traffic congestion. They are responsible for the safe, orderly and expeditious movement of air traffic through the nation's airspace. ATCS duties include:
Answering radio calls from arriving and departing aircraft
Issuing landing/takeoff instructions
Issuing information such as runway to use, wind velocity and direction, visibility, taxiing instructions, and pertinent data on other aircraft operating in vicinity
Issuing air traffic clearances
Providing advice based on their own observations and information from the National Weather - Service, IFR control facilities, flight service stations, pilots, and other sources
Taking and disseminating weather observations at Limited Aviation Weather Reporting Station (LAWRS) or Supplemental Aviation Weather Reporting Station (SAWRS) facilities
Transferring control to receiving facilities when aircraft leave their airspace and receiving control of aircraft coming into their airspace
Operating various types of equipment such as: radios, telephones, interphones, computer systems, radar, recording systems, weather equipment, light guns, airport/runway lighting systems, and backup equipment
Alerting airport emergency crews and other designated personnel when aircraft are having flight difficulties
Coordinating with and issuing instructions to airport vehicles and personnel
Maintaining and disseminating records of daily operations
Other duties as assigned
As an ATM, the Operations Specialistmust be familiar with standard ATC concepts, practices, procedures and function as an ATCS. A manager must rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Duties include:
Reporting to the Area Manager
Supervising
Scheduling
Overseeing and directing training for controllers
Ensuring that all reporting requirements are met
Ensuring all facility directives and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are followed
Acting as a liaison with airport management and FAA at local levels
If you are interested in being part of a team that promotes the development of aviation and provides safe, efficient, and courteous service to our customers and users of our services and you meet the requirements listed above, then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!
The rate of pay for this position is dependent on the location selected to be based out of.
Qualifications
Applicants must:
Be available for work within 60 days.
Have a current FAA Class II Medical Certificate (FAA Form 8500-9).
A list of FAA Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) in your area can be found at: http://www.faa.gov/pilots/amelocator/ .
Have (1) a copy of their last FAA Airman Certificate with a Control Tower Operator (CTO) Rating and in accordance with FAR 65.39, applicant -must have satisfactorily served as an air traffic control tower operator with a facility rating...for at least 6 months...-, or have (2) a copy of their last FAA Airman Certificate with a Credential as an Air Traffic Control Specialist and have held a Tower Rating for at least 6 months.
A replacement Airman Certificate can be ordered using the following website: http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates/airmen_certification/certificate_replacement/
Be eligible to work for Serco under the Federal Immigration Laws
Verify education and employment references from previous employer(s) including release of drug and alcohol records.
Receive a negative result on a pre-employment drug screen.
Be able to receive an interim security suitability clearance granted by FAA Security derived from a public trust background check.
Establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Company Overview
Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state and local governments, and commercial clients. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Serco Americas has over 9,000 employees and is part of a $4 billion global business that helps transform government and public services around the world. At Serco, our employees are our most valuable asset - we listen, respect and support them throughout their career at Serco. We invite you to become part of our dynamic team. Serco is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying our workforce (Race/ Color/ Sex/ Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/ Religion/ National Origin/ Disability/ Vets).
To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco .
If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.
Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com .
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ID 59214
Recruiting Location : Location US-TN-Murfreesboro
Category Aviation
Position Type Full-Time
Security Clearance Other
Clearance Details Public Trust
Telework No - Teleworking not available for this position
Campaign LPFAA
