Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (Operations Supervisor, Level 6)

About the opportunity

Serves as an Operations Supervisor in a terminal or en route facility, responsible for planning and directing operations within delegated areas of responsibility. Provides first line supervision to a team of Developmental and Certified Professional Controllers. Supervises a staff of Air Traffic Control Specialists responsible for carrying out air traffic control assignments within a geographic area. Plans and assigns work, sets work priorities and schedules, approves leave, evaluates performance, and resolves employee complaints. Adjusts staffing levels and work procedures to accommodate resource decisions made at higher levels. Communicates and reinforces diversity and EEO policies, supports labor-management partnerships, and fosters a fair and equitable work environment.

Salary and benefits

• Salary range of $101,330 to $131,330 per year (PA)
• Comprehensive federal benefits package through the Department of Transportation
• Coverage under Public Law 92-297 for early retirement purposes
• Potential eligibility for pay retention under Career Enhancement/Career Progression guidelines

Who can apply?

• Must possess specialized Air Traffic experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility demonstrating progressively responsible experience
• Must have held an FAA 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year; OR must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year in an ATS facility; OR must have held a MSS position for at least 1 year in an ATS facility
• Must meet all qualifications by the closing date of the announcement
• Must be a U.S. citizen (applications from noncitizens are not accepted)
• Education may not be substituted for experience
• Must provide a brief explanation of possession of each Managerial Workforce Planning (MWP) Selection Factor (Dimensions 1-4)

Required documents

• Page 1 of FAA Form 3330-43 (Rating of Air Traffic Experience)
• Copy of SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 if you are an FAA employee
• Federal resume (limited to two pages) detailing job titles, series, grades, start and end dates, hours worked per week, and specific work history examples addressing qualifications
• Transcripts, veterans' documentation, or additional supporting documents if applicable

When to apply

• Date posted: September 5, 2026
• Application close date: September 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

How to apply

• Complete the on-line application via USAJOBS
• Complete and submit Page 1 of FAA Form 3330-43 by uploading it to your application or submitting it via fax to 817-222-5852
• Upload your SF-50 form containing the required blocks if you are an FAA employee
• Ensure your resume includes detailed work history, job titles, series, grades, and specific examples addressing the qualifications and Managerial Workforce Planning dimensions
• Review and resubmit your application if any changes are made

Additional information

• Announcement number: ASW-ATO-26-VKJ205-98882
• Control number: 870397400
• Position is subject to a background investigation and a one-year probationary period
• May be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty
• Covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program and subject to pre-employment and random drug screening
• Selectee must pass a medical exam and/or maintain a medical clearance
• A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period and mandatory corporate training may be required