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Pae

Range Air Traffic Controller (RATC) - C

Waimea, HI

$42.64/hr

Navy Air Intercept Controller (AIC), * Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ATC School, * Navy Air Direction Controller (ADC) Course. Equivalent Air Force Schools accepted. Security Clearance Secret ...

SAIC

LVC Air Defense Facilitator

San Diego, CA

$80K - $120K/yr

Air Intercept Controller Supervisor (AIC SUP) * Anti-Air Warfare Coordinator (AAWC) Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this ...

SAIC

LVC Air Defense Warfare Facilitator

San Diego, CA

$80K - $120K/yr

Qualification as TAO or aircraft mission commander or equivalent warfare area qualification and/or designation as Air Intercept Controller Supervisor (AIC SUP) and Anti-Air Warfare Coordinator (AAWC)

SAIC

LVC Air Defense Facilitator

San Diego, CA

$80K - $120K/yr

Air Intercept Controller Supervisor (AIC SUP) * Anti-Air Warfare Coordinator (AAWC) Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this ...

SAIC

LVC Air Defense Warfare Facilitator

San Diego, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Qualification as TAO or aircraft mission commander or equivalent warfare area qualification and/or designation as Air Intercept Controller Supervisor (AIC SUP) and Anti-Air Warfare Coordinator (AAWC)

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How much do air intercept controller jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for air intercept controller in the United States is $28.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for an Air Intercept Controller?

On a typical day, Air Intercept Controllers are responsible for monitoring radar displays, coordinating with pilots and other command personnel, and providing precise instructions to guide aircraft during interception missions or training exercises. The role often requires rapid decision-making, constant communication with both air and ground units, and the ability to quickly adapt to evolving airspace situations. Teamwork is key, as you’ll closely collaborate with other controllers, intelligence personnel, and aircrew to ensure mission objectives are safely and efficiently achieved. This dynamic environment allows you to regularly refine technical skills while contributing to national defense and airspace security.

What is an Air Intercept Controller job?

An Air Intercept Controller (AIC) is responsible for guiding military aircraft during tactical operations, including air-to-air intercepts and engagements. They use radar and communication systems to provide real-time information, ensuring pilots have situational awareness and positioning advantages. AICs work closely with fighter pilots, surveillance teams, and command centers to coordinate missions effectively. Their role is critical for air defense, combat operations, and training exercises.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Air Intercept Controller position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Air Intercept Controller, you need a solid understanding of radar operations, air defense tactics, and usually must complete specialized military training or certification. Familiarity with command and control (C2) systems, secure communications equipment, and real-time tracking software is essential. Strong decision-making skills, situational awareness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are highly valued in this role. These competencies are critical for directing aircraft during live intercept missions, ensuring mission success, and maintaining operational safety.

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Air Intercept Controller (AIC), Aegis Tactical Action Officer Trainer - Tier II

Bowhead

Great Lakes, IL

$53K - $58K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Overview

Air Intercept Controller (AIC), Aegis Tactical Action Officer Trainer - Tier II (SCSTC-2026-24497):

Bowhead seeks a Navy Air Intercept Controller (AIC), Aegis Tactical Action Officer Trainer to join our team training Naval Officers at the Reconfigurable Combat Information Center Trainer (RCT #4) at the Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC). 

This position does not allow for telecommuting and all work will be performed on-site in Great Lakes, IL.

Responsibilities

Develop, organize, and conduct training and educational programs for Fleet sailors U.S. Navy Officers in support of the Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC).

The Training program requires ability to conduct traditional classroom instruction and support tactical laboratory training. Candidate would serve as a senior instructor to train Aegis Officers in the tactical employment of the Aegis Combat System and associated weapons systems, system capabilities and limitations, employment of automated systems, mission planning and execution, and tactical communications.

When required, the candidate would provide subject matter expertise in support of curriculum development for SCSTC courses supporting present and future course development.

  • Provides dynamic teaching & training as well as assessment that require advanced knowledge of U.S. Navy Aegis Capabilities and Limitations.
  • Reviews and analyzes U.S. Navy Aegis Combat System Engineering Capabilities and Limitations and U.S. Navy Operational and Tactical doctrine and integrates and conceptualizes the execution of Doctrine optimizing the application of ship's Combat Systems capabilities and limitation in the dynamic operational tactical environment.
  • Conducts dynamic assessment of the sailors' abilities to comply with approved maintenance and operational procedures and thereafter provides formal appraisal of performance with recommendations for improvement and methods to maintain technical and tactical proficiency.
  • Observes and assesses contemporaries during Practice and Certification Teaches per requirements NAVEDTRA 135.
  • Prepares, reviews, and customizes curriculum lesson plans and instructor guide in support of traditional classroom teaching.
  • Supports course reviews and curriculum updates; conducts training gap analysis provides formal feedback and recommendation for course improvement.
  • Documents the training conducted with specifics of the individual areas / watch station and is responsible for generation of a formal assessment of measure of success via written report.
  • Develops, tests, maintains, and delivers moderately complex Aegis training programs and related materials in support of SCSTC training objectives.
  • Establishes and reviews course content and objectives.
  • Conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of training activities.
  • Maintains records of training activities, participant progress and program effectiveness.
  • Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
  • Travel may be required up to 10% of time.
  • Other duties as assigned.
    • Qualifications

    Education:

    Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training or work/military experience.

    Qualifications:

    Seven (7) years of experience as a qualified Air Intercept Controller (NEC W16A) or Air Controller Supervisor (NEC W17A or W27A) with responsibility for teaching the applicable system or function task to others in a journeyman through master level training environment.

    Of the seven years, one (1) year of experience as an instructor in a Navy Training Environment, to include presentation skills, public speaking, curriculum maintenance, writing learning objectives, preparing test items, evaluating instructional materials and the results of instruction and counseling students on academic learning problems.

    Experience as a qualified Aegis Air Intercept Controller current LVL II/III is required.

     

    Additional qualification:

    • Must be able to support training with extended periods on your feet while instructing.
    • Prior SCSTC/ATRC/TACTRAGRU instructor experience is a significant plus.
    • Able to support shiftwork; this trainer will have 2 teams supporting the ATAO 10-week COI, one team working in am, another on 2nd shift specific times (2-3 pm start - 10-11 pm) to be determined. 
    • Secret clearance required.
    • Travel may be up required to 10% of time. 

    SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level.  US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

    Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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