Air Traffic Control Operator Job in Multiple locations

It takes flawless organization and precise execution to ensure that Army aircraft take off and land safely. As an Army National Guard Air Traffic Control Operator, you’ll do just that by visually tracking planes and helicopters, and providing landing and take-off instructions.  Advanced Air Traffic Control Operators provide guidance on technical issues to other Soldiers. They also brief shift personnel on runway utilization, airfield conditions, weather, and ground activity. The skills you learn as an Air Traffic Control Operator will qualify you to work in civilian air traffic control towers and centers at airports and airfields. Earn while you learn Get paid to learn! Join the Guard and you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. Job training for an Air Traffic Control Operator requires nine weeks of Basic Training, where you learn basic Soldiering skills. Then you will attend Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which consists of 14 weeks of additional training. Part of this time is spent in a classroom and part in the field under simulated combat conditions. Benefits·                   Paid training·                   A monthly paycheck·                   Montgomery G.I. Bill·                   Up to 100 percent Tuition Assistance for college or vocational training (up to $4,500 per fiscal year, 1 October – 30 September)·                   Retirement benefits for part-time service·                   Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)·                   401(k)-type savings plan·                   Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Requirements·                   High School Diploma or GED (If you do not have a diploma or GED, you may still apply – ask a recruiter about how the Army National Guard can help you earn your GED.)·                   Must be between the ages of 17 and 35·                   Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards·                   Must meet citizenship requirements (see http://www.nationalguard.com/monster / for details)