JobSOC 53-2021

Air Traffic Controllers

Control air traffic on and within vicinity of airport, and movement of air traffic between altitude sectors and control centers, according to established procedures and policies. Authorize, regulate, and control commercial airline flights according to government or company regulations to expedite and ensure flight safety.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

1 program

Air Traffic Controller49.0105

02.

Draws on

Transportation4.2 of 5
English Language3.9 of 5
Public Safety and Security3.8 of 5
Education and Training3.8 of 5
Customer and Personal Service3.6 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.