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$143K/yr
Average Salary
2 years
Years of Education
+1%
Job Growth
24K+
Total Jobs
Coordinate the movement of air traffic to ensure safety. Control aircraft on and around an airport and between altitude sectors and control centers, authorizing and regulating flights under established government or company regulations.
$76K
Starting
$143K
Average
$210K
Senior
High School Diploma or GED
Foundation requirement for all pathways
Associate's Degree in Aviation
Typically 2 years
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Entry-level positions and internships
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FAA Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate
Required to practiceFederal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Field
Aviation & Transportation
Required Degree
Associate's Degree
Time in School
2 years
Job Demand
10-Year Job Growth
+1%
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Pay range
$76K–$210K
10th–90th percentile
Job growth
+1%
projected 2024–2034
Number of jobs
24K
in 2024
Little or no change
Demand expected to remain steady. Projected to grow from 24K to 24K jobs by 2034.
Typical duties
Read the full duties, work environment, and education requirements on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Open BLS page →
Direct match. Median $144,580.