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John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), Columbus, OH, USA Job Status: Casual Position ... Services include instructional delivery, simulation operation and maintenance, instructional system ...

Services include instructional delivery, simulation operation and maintenance, Instructional System ... High School Diploma or equivalent. * 5 years of Certified Professional Controller experience ...

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AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER / WEATHER OBSERVER

Dynamic Science Inc

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Description:


Dynamic Science, Inc. (DSI), a multi-disciplined, technology-orientated company providing full service Air Traffic Control Tower support to various government installations is seeking an Air Traffic Controller/Weather Observer to be a part of our operations at Rickenbacker; Columbus Ohio.


Responsibilities: Perform air traffic control duties as a full-performance controller. Function as a sole tower operator with all Air Traffic Control performance requirements. Perform all basic weather watch functions during assigned shifts.

  • Operate Tower positions of Local Control, Ground Control, Flight Data, and Clearance Delivery
  • Fulfill assigned duties as Controller-in-Charge
  • Train other controllers and trainees in all tower positions
  • Construct, record, and electronically transmit surface weather observations
  • Obtain and transmit all pilot reports
  • Advise maintenance technicians of all equipment problems

Location/Duty Schedule:

This is a position at Rickenbacker Municipal Airport, Columbus, OH. You will be required to work during all shifts, including weekends and holidays, as may be required.


Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status

Requirements:
  • Must hold a Current FAA Control Tower Operator (CTO) certification
  • Must have graduated from a military or FAA Air Traffic Control school or equivalent training
  • Must have a minimum of three (3) years' experience in ATC duties in a Control Tower
  • Must possess a background in weather observation and complete the federal weather certification program. Must be capable of performing the total weather watch function alone and independently.
  • Must have and be able to hold a Class 2 FAA medical qualification
  • Must have or be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and background check
  • Must be a US Citizen