Air Traffic Control Specialist (Direct Hire Enhanced CTI Program/E-CTI)

Summary This is an Air Traffic Control Specialist public notice for direct hiring authority for Enhanced Collegiate Training Initiative (E-CTI) program graduates only, or E-CTI students who are within 12 months of graduation. This announcement will serve as a resume repository that may be used to fill positions. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency Enhanced Collegiate Training Initiative Program Duties The Federal Aviation Administration has partnered with colleges and universities to establish the Enhanced Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative AT-CTI (E-CTI). This program establishes requirements for colleges and universities to provide equivalent curriculum and training to the FAA Academy. Successful graduates that meet all qualifications to include a best-qualified or well-qualified result on the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (ATSA), employment eligibilities, and pre-employment requirements such as medical screening, and security will be placed directly to Air Traffic facilities to begin on-the-job training. These positions are responsible for controlling live air traffic in support of public safety and our national air space. Air Traffic Control Specialists in the Terminal option control air traffic at airports and give pilots taxiing and takeoff instructions, air traffic clearances, and advice based on their own observations and information from the National Weather Service, Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs), flight service stations, pilots, and other sources. They transfer control of aircraft to the ARTCC controller when the aircraft leaves assigned airspace, and they receive control of aircraft coming into assigned airspace. Air Traffic Control Specialists in the En Route (Center) option give aircraft instructions, air traffic clearances, and advice regarding flight conditions while enroute between airports. They provide separation between aircraft flying within the Federal airways or operating into or out of airports. This is an Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) position responsible for the safe, orderly and expeditious movement of air traffic through the nation's airspace. Additional information regarding these positions is located at: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/career_fields/aviation_careers Requirements Conditions of employment US Citizenship is required. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Designated or Random Drug Testing required. Medical clearance, including medical exam and psychological screening is required. Security clearance, Access National Agency Check (ANACI), or higher prior to enter on duty required Graduation from an Enhanced Collegiate Training Initiative Institution - (E-CTI) All applicants must pass the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (ATSA). Must be able to speak English clearly enough to be understood over radios, intercoms, and similar communications equipment. Qualifications E-CTI graduates/students must meet the following requirements, qualifications, and eligibilities for employment consideration: Requirements 1. Apply to open E-CTI Public Announcement at www.usajobs.gov, and submit supporting required documents as outlined (i.e. resume, transcripts, etc.) 2.Must provide official endorsement letter of recommendation prior to employment. E-CTI Program Pre-Endorsement (if currently enrolled) and E-CTI Program Endorsement (once graduated). All applicants 3. ATSA Result ¿ only best-qualified and well-qualified results will be considered . Please contact your institution E-CTI point of contact to request to take the ATSA. Travel to & from testing locations, as well as test administration costs will be at the expense of the applicant. Qualifications 1. One year of full-time work experience (full time defined as a 40-hour work week) or 2. A full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor¿s degree or 3. Combination …

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