Can air traffic controllers work overseas?

New air traffic controllers usually work at a regional control tower, dealing mostly with domestic flights. With two to three years’ experience they may progress to work in an international control tower or radar centre.

Is ATC in high demand?

Employment of air traffic controllers is projected to grow 4 percent from 2020 to 2030, slower than the average for all occupations. Despite limited employment growth, about 2,500 openings for air traffic controllers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

Can you choose where you work as an ATC?

When air traffic controllers are hired as trainees by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), they choose a geographical area in which they want to work. Beyond that, they usually don’t have a lot of choice in the type of job they then enter, at least at first.

How can I get job ATC in Dubai?

Be able to attain and maintain a certificate of competence for Aerodrome control services at OMDB International Airport. Be able to attain and maintain a GCAA Class 3 ATC Medical Certificate. Maintain an awareness and be able to comply with all requirements relating to their ATC License and Medical Certificate.

How do I become a ATC in Europe?

Training to be an air traffic controller takes between three and three and a half years. Training courses usually start in February and October each year; they include in-depth theoretical classes, training on simulators and intensive on-the-job training at the Maastricht centre.

How much do air traffic controllers make in Germany?

The average air traffic controller (federal) gross salary in Germany is 101.916 € or an equivalent hourly rate of 49 €. In addition, they earn an average bonus of 3.822 €. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Germany.

How much do air traffic controllers make UK?

On completion of training, you can expect a salary in the range of £37,014 to £41,253, location dependent. Senior controllers with substantial experience can potentially earn over £100,000 (including shift pay) at NATS busiest units.

Why Serco Middle East for ATC?

Serco Middle East are looking for experienced Air Traffic Controllers adept with working busy and complex traffic to service our Customers and further develop the ATC Industry in the Middle East. Successful Air Traffic Controllers are hired across our contracts in the United Arab Emirates (Dubai & Sharjah) as well as Iraq (Baghdad).

What does an air traffic control specialist (ATCs) do?

Midwest ATC Service, Inc. seeks highly responsible and professional candidates to perform the duties of an Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS). Work involves the responsibility for planning, directing, and coordinating the air traffic control system for the airport and surrounding airspace in accordance with FAA regulations.

Where do air traffic controllers work in the UAE?

Successful Air Traffic Controllers are hired across our contracts in the United Arab Emirates (Dubai & Sharjah) as well as Iraq (Baghdad).