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A well-trained Air Traffic Control (ATC) workforce plays an essential role in fulfilling this responsibility. The FAA employs more than 14,000 air traffic controllers. They work in air traffic ...

ZMP Remote Pilot Operator

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$40K - $80K/yr

A well-trained Air Traffic Control (ATC) workforce plays an essential role in fulfilling this responsibility. The FAA employs more than 14,000 air traffic controllers. They work in air traffic ...

A well-trained Air Traffic Control (ATC) workforce plays an essential role in fulfilling this responsibility. The FAA employs more than 14,000 air traffic controllers. They work in air traffic ...

A well-trained Air Traffic Control (ATC) workforce plays an essential role in fulfilling this responsibility. The FAA employs more than 14,000 air traffic controllers. They work in air traffic ...

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How much do remote faa air traffic control jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote faa air traffic control in the United States is $101,385.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some unique challenges faced by remote FAA air traffic controllers compared to those working on-site?

Remote FAA Air Traffic Controllers often face challenges related to communication and situational awareness, as they rely heavily on advanced technology and digital systems to monitor and manage aircraft. Unlike traditional on-site roles, remote controllers must quickly adapt to virtual interfaces and may have less direct interaction with colleagues, making teamwork and real-time collaboration crucial. Additionally, ensuring secure and uninterrupted connectivity is vital, as any technical disruptions can impact safety and efficiency. Despite these challenges, remote positions offer flexibility and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, nationwide network.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote FAA air traffic controller, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote FAA Air Traffic Controller, you need strong spatial awareness, rapid decision-making abilities, and a thorough understanding of air traffic regulations, typically supported by specialized FAA training and certification. Proficiency in radar systems, communication technology, and flight tracking software is essential for managing aircraft remotely. Exceptional communication, situational awareness, and stress management skills set top performers apart in this field. These competencies are crucial to ensure the safe, efficient, and orderly flow of air traffic, especially when working remotely from centralized facilities.

What is a remote FAA air traffic controller?

Remote FAA air traffic controllers are professionals who manage and direct aircraft movements from locations outside of the airport tower, often using digital technology and radar systems. Instead of being physically present in a traditional control tower, they operate from remote facilities equipped with advanced communication and surveillance tools. These controllers ensure the safe and efficient flow of air traffic, monitor aircraft positions, and provide instructions to pilots to prevent collisions and maintain orderly traffic patterns. This approach can enhance safety, reduce costs, and provide air traffic services to smaller or remote airports that may not have a staffed control tower.

What is the difference between Remote Faa Air Traffic Control vs Remote Commercial Air Traffic Controller?

AspectRemote Faa Air Traffic ControlRemote Commercial Air Traffic Controller
CertificationsFAA certifications, including Control Tower Operator CertificateTypically requires FAA certifications, but may vary by employer
Work EnvironmentFederal Air Traffic Control centers, remote facilitiesPrivate airline or aviation company centers, remote operations
Employer & IndustryFederal government, aviation regulationPrivate airlines, charter companies, aviation services
Job FocusManaging national airspace, safety, and regulation complianceManaging airline-specific traffic, customer service, and operational efficiency

Remote Faa Air Traffic Control involves working for the federal government managing national airspace with strict certifications, while Remote Commercial Air Traffic Controllers work for private companies focusing on airline-specific traffic management. Both roles require FAA certifications but differ in employer, environment, and scope of responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Remote Faa Air Traffic Control job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,385 per year, or $48.7 per hour.

SUPERVISORY AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST

Air Mobility Command

IL โ€ข On-site, Remote

$145K - $188K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


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SUMMARY:
The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the Deputy Chief, Airfield Operations and Weather Division in the Directorate of Operations at a major command (MAJCOM), sharing with the Division Chief the full scope of responsibility for directing the activities of the Division and, in the chief's absence, possesses the same authority and prerogatives.
DUTIES:
  1. Works with the Division Chief in planning, organizing, and overseeing the activities of the Division.
  2. Participates with the Division Chief in the exercise of supervisory personnel management responsibilities.
  3. Serves as the command focal point for airfield operations management and weather subject matter.
  4. Analyzes national communications/information technology affecting airfield operations management, ATC, AM, RAWS, TERPS. Airfield suitability, military special activity airspace, sUAS, and weather procedures and recommend systems that will interface with existing domestic and international systems/networks.
  5. Provides direction and execution in the functional areas of airfield operations management, ATC, AM, RAWS, TERPS, airfield suitability, sUAS and weather support to the Air Force Inspection System (AFIS) by exercising responsibility for the evaluation of airfield operations management, ATC, AM, RAWS, TERPS, military special activity airspace, airfield suitability, sUAS and weather systems at bases visited; performing pre-analysis surveys; and directing team members, to include FAA designated representatives.

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Conditions of employment
  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
  • Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular.
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.
  • This position is covered as an Air Traffic Controller under 5 USC 2109.
  • This position is Centrally Managed in the Operations career field.
  • Must hold or have held an FAA Air Traffic Control certificate
  • This is a Supervisory Position. A 1-year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.

Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the SPECIALIZED experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Air Traffic Control Series, 2152.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (CONT):
  • This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national Security and public safety.

QUALIFICATIONS:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include- experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations. Examples of specialized experience include issuing control instructions and advice to pilots in the vicinity of airports to assure proper separation of aircraft and to expedite their safe and efficient movement. This specialization also requires: ability to act decisively under stressful situations and to maintain alertness over sustained periods of pressure; skill to coordinate plans and actions with pilots and other controllers; and judgment to select and take the safest and most effective course of action from among several available choices.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
  • Mastery knowledge of the policies, principles, concepts, guidance, procedures, techniques, and methodologies pertaining to airfield operations management, ATC, AM, TERPS, RAWS and weather.
  • Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures, and operation of DOD and Air Force organizations to provide command level staff guidance for airfield operations management, ATC, AM, TERPS, RAWS, sUAS systems and weather.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and supervise, mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors.
  • Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of subordinate organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources.
  • Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy.
  • Incumbent must hold or have held an FAA Air Traffic Control certificate.

MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE: The maximum age for original entry into an identified ATC position is 36 years. An individual shall NOT be appointed or assigned to an ATC position if that appointment cannot be completed prior to the last day of the month in which the individual reaches his/her 36th birthday. Applicants over the age limit must meet re-entry or age waiver requirements in accordance with DoDI 1400.25-V331 dated 26 Jan 15, Department of Defense Civilian Personnel Manual, Subchapter 331, Civilian Air Traffic Controllers. Any individual who has reached the mandatory separation age (56) is NOT eligible for employment/reemployment as an ATC (5 U.S.C. 3323(a) (reference (b)).
NOTE: ATCs have a mandatory separation age of 56. This position is covered as an Air Traffic Controller under 5 USC 2109. This position is subject to the special retirement provisions for Air Traffic Controllers under CSRS and FERS (5 USC 3382, Involuntary Separation for Retirement; 5 USC 8335(a) and 8425(a), Mandatory Separation; 5 USC 8336(e), Immediate Retirement; 5 USC 8339(3) and 8415(d), Computation of annuity, and 8412(e).
RE-ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ATC Specialist in receipt of a refund, of retirement contributions for the years of service covered under special retirement, will not receive service credit towards the 20 years required to retire under special retirement coverage, unless the redeposit is paid in full prior to date of retirement.
REQUIREMENTS: Air traffic control specialists in all specializations must possess or obtain, within uniformly applicable time limits, the facility ratings required for full performance at the facility where the position is located. Applicants must possess or obtain a valid Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate and/or Control Tower Operator Certificate, if appropriate. These certificates require demonstrating knowledge of basic meteorology, basic air navigation, standard air traffic control and communications procedures, the types and uses of air navigation aids, and regulations governing air traffic.
Medical Requirements: In general, air traffic control specialist applicants and employees must have the capacity to perform the essential functions of these positions without risk to themselves or others. The provision of sufficient information about physical capacity for employment requires that before appointment, applicants undergo appropriate pre-employment physical/medical evaluations.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
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