Navy Rating · Aviation
639X Air Traffic Control Specialty LDO
Overview
Air Traffic Control Limited Duty Officers plan, organize, manage, and direct air traffic control operations ashore and afloat as FAA-certified technical managers. They develop procedures and controller training programs, coordinate with other air traffic control facilities, and prepare proposals and justifications for naval airspace actions.
Core Skills
- air traffic control operations management
- real-time decision making
- operations planning and scheduling
- procedures development and documentation
- training program development
- risk management and safety oversight
- team leadership and supervision
- interagency coordination
- radio communications
- situational awareness
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
- Adobe Acrobat
Civilian Career Paths
- Air Traffic Control
- Aviation Management
- Project Management
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Air Traffic Control Tower Operator (CTO)
- Aircraft Dispatcher
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
Career Growth
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Amateur Extra Class
- PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)
- PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)
Also Common
- Program Management Professional (PgMP)
What the Work Involves
- Plan, organize, or manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements.
- Issue landing and take-off authorizations or instructions.
- Transfer control of departing flights to traffic control centers and accept control of arriving flights.
- Inspect airfield conditions to ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
- Implement airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.
Related Occupations
- Logisticians
- Commercial Pilots
- Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
- Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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