ATC Terminal

Job Description Amentum is seeking an Air Traffic Control - Terminal candidate for Creech Airforce Base. Purpose and Scope: Control aircraft on and within the vicinity of Creech AFB according to established FAA and USAF procedures to prevent collisions and to minimize delays arising from traffic congestion. Issue clearances and traffic information to aircraft landing, departing or operating within the airport traffic area. Provide safe separation and movement of departing, landing, and maneuvering aircraft within the airports Class D airspace. Benefits: Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off, and parental leave. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: Please visit our careers site: Essential Responsibilities: Responsible for all base assigned UAS aircraft, and manned transient aircraft at Creech AFB. Provide safe and orderly ATC services to arriving and departing VFR and IFR aircraft. Provide VFR and Visual separation between manned and UAS aircraft conducting multiple VFR approaches, SFO’s, low approaches, and touch and go operations. Maintain appropriate runway separation during multiple approaches and landings. Provide all applicable ATC services according to FAA regulations, Air Force instructions, and Creech AFB local flying procedures. Maintain qualifications and remain proficient in Ground Control, Flight Data, Local Control, and Controller-in-Charge (CIC). Conduct all ATC operations using appropriate strip marking, ETVS (TED), DVRS recorder, PCAS, AFAS, airport lighting panel, light gun, TDW radar workstation, BAK-14 panel, landlines, and emergency power generator. Operate the ETVS (TED) air traffic control communications console, the DVRS recorder, Primary Crash Alarm System, AFAS system, the airport lighting panel and the emergency power generator. Keep written records of daily events using personal PC Perform other position related duties as assigned or requested. Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Must have completed an accredited Military or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) air traffic control school. Possess knowledge of Air Force, DoD and FAA flight directives. Must have a CTO issued by the FAA and a total of eight (8) years ATC experience with at least two (2) years Control Tower supervisory experience. Air Force Special Code (AFSC) of 1C100 (Air Force Certified 7-Level Watch Supervisor staff sergeant (E-5) or above with SEI 054 and 055) or civilian/military/FAA equivalent. Must have working knowledge of tower radar displays, ATC communications systems, and civilian and military aircraft operational characteristics. UAS experience desired. Position requires the ability to qualify for and maintain a government Secret Security Clearance. Possess and maintain an FAA class II flight physical. Possess a valid state issued driver’s license. Must have good oral and written communication skills. Position may require different shift work assignments and on occasions may be required routine travel and to spend 2-5 nights away from home for additional updated equipment or qualification training. On occasion must be able to work weekends and holidays. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Typical air traffic control tower or terminal office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds. Constant sitting while using the computer terminal, ability to discern all colors of the spectrum (must not be color-blind), constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. Performs duties typically in semi-darkness. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and participating in emergency response tasks. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Compensation Details: $42.84 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 05/28/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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