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Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC), Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT), Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON)), requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

... Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support. * Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support. * Must be able to pass Government ...

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How much do radar approach control jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for radar approach control in the United States is $34.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $40.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Radar Approach Control vs Radar Tower Controller?

AspectRadar Approach ControlRadar Tower Controller
CertificationsFAA Radar Approach CertificationFAA Tower Certification
Work EnvironmentApproach control facilities, often remote from airportsAirport control towers at individual airports
ResponsibilitiesManage arriving aircraft in terminal airspace, sequencing, and separationManage aircraft movements on runways and taxiways, including takeoffs and landings

Radar Approach Control and Radar Tower Controller roles both require FAA certifications and involve radar-based air traffic management. Approach controllers focus on guiding arriving aircraft in terminal airspace, often from remote facilities, while Tower Controllers handle aircraft on the ground and during takeoff and landing at specific airports. Both positions are essential for safe and efficient airport operations but differ in scope and environment.

How to become a radar approach control?

To become a radar approach controller, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training at an FAA-approved facility or military program. They must pass written and practical exams, obtain certification, and often have prior experience in air traffic control or related fields; strong communication, decision-making, and technical skills are essential. Continuous training and recertification are required to maintain proficiency in radar and navigation systems.

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Infographic showing various Radar Approach Control job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,187 per year, or $34.7 per hour.

Instructor II (Field) - KICT

Wichita, KS โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Adacel Technical Services, Inc. (ATS) provides a complete set of on-site training services for aerospace and defense markets.ย  Services include instructional delivery, simulation operation and maintenance, Instructional System Design, and training support.ย 

The Instructor II (Field)ย will conduct and administer various classroom courses conducted at FAAโ€™s Field sites. The Instructor I (Field) may be qualified to teach multiple courses and conduct simulation training. They may also participate in Instructional Systems Design projects, to include the development, revision, and maintenance of ATC Training Courses, and Scenario Development.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Candidates for these positions must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

  • Must have a minimum of five (5) years of CPC experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility.
  • Experience must have been at the same type and same level of ATC facility (e.g. Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC), Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT), Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON)), requesting training support.
  • Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support.
  • Must be able to pass Government background investigation

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 5 years of Certified Professional Controller experience controlling live traffic OR recent experience as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility.
  • Recent experience must have been at the same type and same level of Air Traffic Control (ATC) facility [e.g., Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC), Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT), Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON)], requesting training support.
  • Must be able to obtain ATC Simulator Certification for facility requesting training support.
  • Must be able to pass Government background investigation.
  • Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.