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Amentum

Air Intercept Controller (AIC)

Waimea, HI · On-site

Amentum is seeking an Air Intercept Controller for a position on Kauai, HI . This position will provide operational support to Program Managers by providing independent tactical control (Close ...

Pae

Air Intercept Controller (AIC)

Waimea, HI · On-site

Amentum is seeking an Air Intercept Controller for a position on Kauai, HI . This position will provide operational support to Program Managers by providing independent tactical control (Close ...

SAIC

LVC Air Defense Facilitator

San Diego, CA · On-site

$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 ...

JT4, LLC

Mission OPS/Controller II

North Las Vegas, NV · On-site

... of a military Air Intercept Control school or Air Weapons Control school and have 4 years ... controlling aircraft using close and tactical control. This position requires 6 years' experience ...

JT4 LLC

Mission OPS/Controller II

North Las Vegas, NV · On-site

... of a military Air Intercept Control school or Air Weapons Control school and have 4 years ... controlling aircraft using close and tactical control. This position requires 6 years' experience ...

Textron

... Air Support pilot for Marine Corps large force employment exercise, or intercept controller training. * Maintain FAA instrument currency, First Class medical certification, and adversary mission ...

DRG

FIGHTER PILOT

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

... Intercept Controller, Air Traffic Control, and threat simulation Requirements: Required Qualifications/Experience: * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or ...

Textron

Pilot - Skillbridge

Cherry Point, NC · On-site

... Air Support pilot for US Navy, Marine Corps and USAF aircrew, JTAC, surface fleet, large force employment exercise, or intercept controller training. • Maintain FAA instrument currency, Second ...

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How much do freelance air intercept controller jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance air intercept controller in the United States is $26.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $36.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Air Intercept Controller vs Air Traffic Controller?

AspectFreelance Air Intercept ControllerAir Traffic Controller
CredentialsTypically requires specialized military or aviation certificationsRequires FAA or equivalent certification
Work EnvironmentOften in military or private defense settings, sometimes remote or mobileControl towers, approach controls, or en-route centers at airports
Employer & IndustryMilitary, defense contractors, or private aviationCommercial airports, airlines, and government agencies

Freelance Air Intercept Controllers focus on military or defense-related airspace management, often with specialized certifications and in military environments. In contrast, Air Traffic Controllers work primarily in civilian airports and are certified by civil aviation authorities. Both roles involve airspace monitoring but differ significantly in work setting and certification requirements.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Air Intercept Controller job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $55,272 per year, or $26.6 per hour.
Air-Intercept Controller Instructor

Air-Intercept Controller Instructor

Future Technologies, Inc.

San Diego, CA • On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description
The Air-Intercept Controller Instructor II develops, organizes and conducts training and educational programs for Fleet sailors in support of Surface Combat Systems Training Command - South West (SCSTC-SW) in San Diego, CA.
The AAWCI would serve as a Journeyman Instructor to train CG/DDG sailors in the operation and tactical employment of the latest Aegis Combat System and associated weapons systems, system capabilities and limitations, employment of organic and non-organic aircraft and systems, mission planning and execution, and tactical communications. In addition, the candidate will plan, brief, evaluate, and debrief classes and provide instruction on the tactical employment techniques of Air-Intercept Controller through classroom and practical scenarios based on current Navy-wide operational tasking, doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures. The ideal candidate would provide subject matter expertise in support of curriculum development for SCSTC courses; supporting present and future course development.
In addition, the Air-Intercept Controller Instructor will:
  • Provides dynamic teaching & training as well as assessment that require advanced knowledge of U.S. Navy Combat Systems Capabilities and Limitations to the officer level.
  • Conduct 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.
  • Prepare; reviews; and customizes curriculum lesson plans and instructor guide in support of traditional classroom teaching.
  • Support Course Reviews and Curriculum Updates; conducts training gap analysis provides formal feedback and recommendation for course improvement.
  • Document 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.

Requirements
  • Seven (7) years of experience as a qualified Aegis AAWC with responsibility for teaching the applicable system or function task to others in a journeyman level training environment.
  • 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.
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training, or work/military experience.
  • Active Secret security clearance.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@ftechi.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.

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