Air Traffic Controller

Code: 53-2021.00

Also known as: Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS), Air Traffic Control Specialist, Terminal, Air Traffic Control Specialist/Certified Professional Controller (ATC Specialist/CPC), Air Traffic Controller (ATC), Air Traffic Controller (Enroute Option), Air Traffic Controller (Tower Option), Air Traffic Controller, Center, Certified Professional Controller (CPC), Control Tower Operator, Radar Air Traffic Controller

Description: They key to a smooth flight is an on time departure, with minimal flight delays. The Air Traffic Controller works behind the scenes to ensure that all flights take off and land on time, while managing the safety of the skies.

Air Traffic Controller

Typical wages


10% $72,760
25% $90,950
Median $130,420
75% $161,820
90% $184,780
10% $34.98
25% $43.73
Median $62.7
75% $77.8
90% $88.84

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
24,300
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
24,500
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 2,000