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How much do air traffic assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for air traffic assistant in the United States is $60,162.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Air Traffic Assistant vs Air Traffic Controller?

AspectAir Traffic AssistantAir Traffic Controller
Required CertificationsFAA or equivalent certification, basic aviation safety trainingAdvanced certification, extensive training, and licensing
Work EnvironmentAirports, control towers, assisting controllersControl towers, radar facilities, high-pressure environments
Employer & Industry UsageAirports, airlines, aviation authoritiesAirports, FAA, military, commercial airlines

Air Traffic Assistants support air traffic operations by providing communication and administrative assistance, while Air Traffic Controllers are responsible for directing aircraft movements and ensuring safety. Both roles require certification and work in airport environments, but Controllers have more advanced training and decision-making responsibilities.

How to become an air traffic assistant?

To become an air traffic assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training provided by aviation authorities. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential, and some positions may require certification or post-secondary education in aviation or related fields.

What does an air traffic assistant do?

An air traffic assistant supports air traffic controllers by handling administrative tasks, communicating with pilots, and managing flight data to ensure safe and efficient aircraft movements. They often work in control towers or terminal facilities and need strong communication skills and attention to detail. Their role helps maintain smooth air traffic operations and safety protocols.

What is an air traffic assistant?

An air traffic assistant supports air traffic controllers by handling administrative tasks, communicating with pilots, and managing flight data to ensure safe and efficient aircraft movements. They often work in control towers or terminal radar approach control facilities and may require certification or training in aviation procedures.
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Infographic showing various Air Traffic Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,162 per year, or $28.9 per hour.

Air Traffic Assistant

Department of Transportation

Ronkonkoma, NY • On-site

$73K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

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Job description

Incumbent serves as a Air Traffic Assistant (Lead)/Flight Data Communications Team Lead (FDTL) at an Air Route Traffic Control Center(ARTCC).As the Flight Data Communications Team Lead, performs multiple and varying assignments under the limited direction of a manager andis responsible for providing flight data processing and communications service for the National Airspace System (NAS).Qualifications:

Candidates must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade or pay band (FV-F or FG/GS-7/8) in the Federal Government that demonstrates knowledge of and skill in the use of FAA Air Traffic Control procedures.

Qualifying specialized experience may have been gained in work involving:

(1) Civilian or military aircraft operations work, such as flight instructor, instrument rated pilot, flight engineer or air transport pilot;

(2) FAA Certified Dispatcher for an air carrier;

(3) Flight Information Expediter involved in determining flight times of airplanes and transmitting information to flight operations and command centers;

(4) Civilian or Military Air Traffic Controller; and

(5) Flight Data Processor;

or

Successful completion of an FAA or Military Air Traffic Control Training Program;

or

Possession of an FAA Control Tower Operator Certificate.

Additional examples of specialized experience include: experience using NAS computer systems such as the En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) system, Flight Data Input/Output (FDIO) system, and Digital Altimeter Setting Indicator (DASI) system; experience operating air traffic control operational computer and flight data equipment; experience amending proposed flight plans for flow control restrictions, Severe Weather Avoidance Plan (SWAP), and Expect Departure Clearance Time (EDCT) restrictions/changes; or experience in positions such as a military or civilian air traffic controller, flight instructor, instrument rated pilot, command center operators (base ops), dispatcher for an air carrier, or as Flight Services Specialist.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education:Not applicable.Employment Type: OTHER

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