ATC Specialist – Liaison (CIC)

About the role

The ATC Specialist – Liaison (CIC) ensures the safe and efficient flow of air traffic within a designated control airspace. Working in a high‑tempo environment, the specialist applies ICAO and FAA regulations while coordinating with multiple controllers and ground personnel.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily safe and expeditious flow of air traffic in accordance with ICAO and FAA 7110.65 guidance.
• Apply FAA separation rules and maintain situational awareness of overall traffic operations.
• Oversee all ATC facility operations and services during the shift, adhering to CRM principles.
• Coordinate emergency and safety information with controllers, pilots, and ground staff.
• Supervise vehicles and personnel operating on the airfield.
• Process flight plans and supervise approach, departure, and arrival procedures, with knowledge of tower, radar, and manual approach control operations.

Required profile

• Graduate of an approved DoD or FAA ATC course.
• At least eight (8) years of ATC experience, including one (1) year in a similar facility.
• Hold a FAA Control Tower Operator (CTO) certificate, FAA or AOV Credential with Tower rating, or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate and a US CENTCOM Medical Exam.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.