About the opportunity
The Operations Supervisor serves at the Terre Haute Air Traffic Control Tower (TCID1-HUF), responsible for planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility. This role provides first-line supervision to a team of Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers. Key duties include assigning work, setting priorities, approving leave, providing counseling and instruction, evaluating employee performance, and resolving complaints. The supervisor also identifies training needs, manages staffing levels, tracks program objectives, and ensures compliance with diversity and EEO policies. The position reports to the Air Traffic Manager and requires active participation in labor-management processes to foster a fair and equitable work environment.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive federal salary range of $99,444 to $129,278 per year
- Coverage under P.L. 92-297 for good time/early retirement purposes
- Access to federal employee benefits programs
- Opportunities for professional development and leadership training
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have held an FAA 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 52 weeks
- OR must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 52 weeks at an Air Traffic Services (ATS) facility
- OR must have held a Management Support Specialist (MSS) position for at least 52 weeks in an ATS facility
- Must pass a medical examination and maintain medical clearance
- Must undergo and pass a background investigation for Moderate Risk (5) security clearance
Required documents
- Completed FAA Form 3330-43 (Rating of Air Traffic Experience)
- Current resume (limited to two pages)
- Copy of SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24
- Responses to MWP Selection Factors, Dimensions 1-4
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on November 2, 2026
How to apply
- Create or log into a USAJOBS account
- Complete the online application process via the USAJOBS portal
- Upload all required documents, including FAA Form 3330-43 and SF-50
- Address all MWP Selection Factors and ensure work history clearly demonstrates specialized experience
- Submit the application package before the closing date; resubmit if any changes are made to the application
Additional information
- This is a non-bargaining unit position
- Subject to a one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period
- Position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program
- May require filing a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty
- The FAA may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Experienced FAA professionals currently in 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or higher roles looking to transition into first-line management
- Certified Professional Controllers with at least one year of facility rating seeking to advance their career into supervisory operations
- Individuals with a strong background in labor-management partnerships and EEO policy implementation
What should you think carefully about?
- The application process is highly specific, requiring both an online submission and the manual completion of FAA Form 3330-43
- Resumes are strictly limited to two pages, requiring concise and targeted descriptions of relevant experience
- The role requires a medical clearance and a moderate-risk background investigation, which may impact the timeline for onboarding
- Applicants must be prepared for potential random drug and alcohol testing as part of the position's requirements
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is an ideal career step for experienced air traffic control professionals aiming to move into management. It offers the opportunity to lead a team, influence operational quality, and participate in the FAA's leadership development framework. For those already within the FAA system, this role serves as a clear progression path that leverages existing technical expertise while building supervisory and administrative capabilities.
Our take
This opportunity is best suited for current FAA employees or qualified air traffic professionals who meet the specific 52-week experience requirements. Candidates who can clearly document their leadership and technical experience within the two-page resume limit and who are prepared for the rigorous federal background and medical clearance processes should apply.
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