The Mojave Air & Space Port (MASP), a General Aviation Airport in Kern County, CA, is seeking applications for the position of Air Traffic Control Manager. We are a General Aviation, flight test airport, and America’s first in-land commercial spaceport. Our clients include the National Test Pilot School, Stratolaunch (the world’s largest aircraft), Virgin Orbit, Scaled Composites, and other industry leading aerospace companies. We also provide key military and law enforcement training support, and serve as a premier destination for music, movie, and photography companies.

As our Air Traffic Control Manager, you will perform professional, technical and supervisory work in the operation of air traffic control and test services at Mojave Air & Space Port, Mojave, CA. This position requires planning, directing, and coordinating the air traffic control system for the airport in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations. The work is performed with a high degree of independence under the overall supervision of the Director of Operations. Work is reviewed through conferences and observation of results obtained.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This is a working Air Traffic Manager position and counted as part of the facility staffing.
• Collaborates with FAA district facilities, FAA Region Office, civil and military organizations on work-related changes that affect control tower operations.
• Plans and implements work to be accomplished by subordinates. Plans and implements work schedules that ensure proper shift coverage as stipulated by FAA, State, local, regulations.
• Evaluates subordinates through observation of their performance while in an actual air traffic control operating position. Identifies and conducts controller proficiency training on an as needed basis. Develops and conducts other required training in accordance with FAA regulations.
• Ensures the maintenance of facility records, adequate supplies, satisfactory equipment operation, and appropriate working conditions in compliance with technical and administrative laws, regulations, and policies.
• Investigates and submits reports to the FAA as required regarding aircraft accidents, incidents, and citizen complaints concerning aviation and airport safety matters.
• Evaluates existing airspace versus traffic flow in order to assure effective use of the airspace. Maintains a continuing program of evaluation to determine quality and adequacy of services rendered through personal contact with airport users.
• Determines local needs and develops special procedures to meet them. Includes developing letters of agreement and internal operating procedures that provide guidance for control of aircraft operating within the control tower's airspace jurisdiction.
• Advises the Airport Director of Operations of any reported or observed airport discrepancies that are hazardous to aircraft operations as well as significant changes that occur in air traffic control procedures.

- Coordinates with appropriate emergency response agencies in the development and implementation of procedures to assure the protection of life and property during an aircraft emergency.

• Plans, coordinates, and implements special operating procedures for the management of unusual air traffic activities such as fly-ins and air shows.
• Provides overall supervision of the aviation weather reporting station to ensure weather observations are correctly processed and reported.
• Ensures Time and Attendance records are kept current and reflect an accurate record of employee work hours. Ensures that Time and Attendance reports are filed on time each pay period.
• Other ATC and/or airspace duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of all FAA regulations pertaining to airspace management, aircraft operations, and air traffic control operating procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of National Weather Service weather observation and reporting procedures.
• Skill in providing technical and professional information and instructions to subordinates.
• Ability to supervise the work of others in a highly technical work setting.
• Ability to make quick and accurate decisions prioritizing emergency response actions.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with airport users, agencies, District employees, and the public. Ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working as an Air Traffic Controller at a VFR air traffic control tower (FAA, contract, military) at a multi-runway facility
• Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS) experience
• Familiarity with (s)UAS operations
• Familiarity with commercial space port or captive carry operations

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid FAA Air Traffic Control Tower Operating Certificate.
• Must possess a current second-class medical certificate issued under Part 67 of the FAA regulations.
• Must possess or obtain a certificate of authority to take weather observations issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.
• Must be able to complete within 30 working days of employment all facility-rating requirements in accordance with Part 65 of the FAA regulations.
• Valid CA driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass drug and background screenings.
• Ability to work some weekends or overtime in support of client test or other operations.

The Mojave Air and Space Port offers great benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, life insurance and more. All applicants are subject to pre-employment substance abuse testing.