Air Traffic Controllers

An air traffic controller's career is hectic, and therefore requires rapid and efficient movement. Heavy concentration is needed to keep track of multiple planes simultaneously and to make sure that all pilots receive instructions. Knowing and understanding the responsibility of several aircrafts and passengers can be stressful and exhausting for all air traffic controllers' careers.

Air traffic controllers' jobs typically administer 40 hour work weeks. However, some air traffic controllers work additional hours and incur overtime or time off. Because of this, air traffic controller's salaries are relatively large.

Air traffic controllers' careers start by completing an FAA-approved education program and then taking a pre-employment test that finds if an individual can perform its duties. The only exceptions to this requirement are those with prior experience and military pursuing air traffic controllers' careers. After that, one must receive a school recommendation, meet basic requirements, and pass the pre-employment test. Upon completing those requirements, an individual is eligible for employment. Air traffic controllers careers desire dedication and motivation, but once meet, the skies the limit.

Air traffic controllers' salaries are a major reason why individuals pursuit this profession. An air traffic controller's salary in the lower 10th percentile is $59,410 while median earnings for an air traffic controller's salary are $117,240. The middle 50 percent for an air traffic controller's salary earned between $86,860 and $142,210. The higher 10th percentile was $145,600 for an air traffic controller's salary. An air traffic controller's salary in the Federal Government was $122,220.

Yearly Wages: $59,410.00 - $145,600.00