Air Traffic Controller - U.S. Navy
Indianapolis, IN 46260
About the Job
About:
Act as our eyes and ears in the sky, mapping coasts and ports for Navy intelligence. Gain extensive training in radar, sonar, and air traffic communications. If you feel more at home above the sea than on it, an aviation career might be for you. Below are some examples of the vast opportunities in this field.
Commercial airlines aren’t the only ones who need traffic management. In the Navy, our fighter jets, helicopters, and reconnaissance aircraft need vigilant Air Traffic Controllers to keep flight decks and airstrips in check.
Pay and Benefits:
Act as our eyes and ears in the sky, mapping coasts and ports for Navy intelligence. Gain extensive training in radar, sonar, and air traffic communications. If you feel more at home above the sea than on it, an aviation career might be for you. Below are some examples of the vast opportunities in this field.
Commercial airlines aren’t the only ones who need traffic management. In the Navy, our fighter jets, helicopters, and reconnaissance aircraft need vigilant Air Traffic Controllers to keep flight decks and airstrips in check.
Pay and Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment.
- Free health insurance.
- Free housing.
- A retirement plan.
- Paid training.
Education Opportunities:
- Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance.
- Post-9/11 GI Bill, up to 100% tuition.
- Professional credentials and certifications.
- College credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- U.S. citizen or equivalent.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- General qualifications may vary depending on whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before, or whether you’ve never served before.
Work Environment:
- Make the world your home.
- You may be assigned to sea or shore squadrons on almost any continent.
- You will have the opportunity to work in a variety of environments—from airborne aircraft to hangars, hangar decks to flight decks, and flight lines at air stations and on aircraft carriers.
Part-Time Opportunities:
- There are part-time opportunities in Air Support for the Navy.
- Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods.
- During monthly drilling, Sailors in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
- Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Source : U.S. Navy
