About the opportunity
Serves as an Operations Supervisor in an ATC-4 level terminal 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, resolves complaints, and identifies training needs. Performance is evaluated upon the effectiveness with which assigned program objectives are achieved.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range of $79,289 to $103,074 per year
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits including health, retirement, and insurance programs
Who can apply?
- Must have held an FAA 2152 FV-J/FG-14 or above regional or headquarters position for at least 1 year (52 weeks); OR
- Must have been facility rated or area certified for at least 1 year (52 weeks) at an Air Traffic Services (ATS) facility; OR
- Must have held an MSS position for at least 1 year (52 weeks) in an ATS facility
- Must be a U.S. citizen (applications from noncitizens are not accepted)
Required documents
- Resume (limited to two pages, detailing work history, job titles, series, grades, start/end dates, and hours worked per week)
- First page of FAA Form 3330-43, Rating of Air Traffic Experience
- SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 (required if you are an FAA employee)
When to apply
- Date posted: 2026-09-10
- Application closing date: 2026-10-09 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
How to apply
- Apply online through USAJOBS before the closing date
- Complete and submit required application forms including the first page of FAA Form 3330-43
- Upload a federal resume and SF-50 (if applicable) supporting all qualification requirements
- Complete any required online assessments as part of the evaluation process
- Ensure the application is submitted and resubmit if any changes are made
Additional information
- Position may be subject to a background investigation
- A one-year probationary period may be required
- Selected person may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty
- Position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program
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 air traffic controllers who have held an FAA FV-J/FG-14 position, been facility rated for at least one year at an ATS facility, or held an MSS position for 52 weeks.
- Professionals ready to step into first-line supervision, handling staff scheduling, performance evaluation, and operational planning.
- Candidates seeking a fully funded federal role with comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is strictly on-site at an ATC-4 level terminal facility in Springfield, Illinois.
- Selected candidates are subject to a background investigation, a one-year probationary period, a financial disclosure statement filing within 30 days, and drug and alcohol testing programs.
- Applicants must submit precise documentation, including specific blocks of their SF-50 and the first page of FAA Form 3330-43.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This job fits seasoned air traffic control specialists aiming to transition into supervisory and operational management tracks within the Federal Aviation Administration.
Our take
Eligible FAA and ATS professionals ready for leadership responsibilities in Springfield, Illinois, will find this a key career advancement, whereas candidates without the required prior supervisory or rating tenure are ineligible.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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