New Posting - Canadian Armed Forces

Aerospace Control Officer

Canadian Armed Forces

- $49,000 a year

Part-time

Opportunity

Along Canada’s borders, across the country and wherever the Canadian Armed Forces’ aircrafts are deployed, split second lifesaving decision making becomes the normal routine. In control towers at home or in command and control centres around the world, Aerospace Control Officers direct teams of skilled operators as they detect and deter intruders, direct traffic in congested airspaces and ensure troops receive the best possible air fire support.

Overview

As an Aerospace Control Officers, you would be responsible for the conduct of aerospace surveillance, warning, and control of airborne objects throughout Canadian airspace. As an integral part of the Canadian Air Navigation System, you would also provide control to civilian and military aircraft during combat and training operations worldwide.

Aerospace Control Officers may be deployed to a ship, aircraft, or in the field throughout Canada, the United States and Europe. Initially, they are employed as either air traffic controllers at Canadian military airbases, or in the air defence realm, controlling fighter aircraft at the Canadian Air Defence Sector.

To be eligible to apply to the Canadian Armed Forces, you must:

• be a Canadian citizen
• be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except:
• For the Paid Education programs—you may be 16 years old (with parental consent)
• For the Primary Reserves—you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student
• have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education)

Related civilian occupations

• Air Traffic Controller
• Flight Service Specialist
• Railway and Maritime Traffic Controller
• Human Resources Manager
• Airport Manager

Salary and Benefits

The starting salary for a fully trained Aerospace Control Officer is $49,000 per year; however, depending on previous experience and training the starting salary may be higher. Regular promotions through the junior officer ranks take place based on the completion of required training and on the length of service as an officer. Once promoted to the rank of Captain, their salary is approximately $79,000 per year.

Basic Military Officer Qualification

After enrolment, you start basic officer training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 15 weeks. Topics covered include general military knowledge, the principles of leadership, regulations and customs of the Canadian Armed Forces, basic weapons handling, and first aid. Opportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is also a vital part of basic training. Basic officer training is provided in English or French and successful completion is a prerequisite for further training.

Following basic officer training, official second language training may be offered to you. Training could take from two to nine months to complete depending on your ability in your second language.

Professional Training

Aerospace Control Officers attend the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Control Operations in Cornwall, Ontario, for three to five months. Aerospace Control Officer candidates learn to apply control techniques for both air defence and air traffic control duties. They also receive instruction and simulator training on the following topics:

• Airborne weapons systems
• Ground control systems and radar
• Meteorology
• Radiotelephony and procedure
• Air regulations and navigation orders
• Aircraft performance characteristics
• Command and control directives governing the control of interceptor aircraft
• Aerospace Control Officers are granted a licence in the control of live aircraft after passing an examination on local operating procedures.

Specialty Training

Aerospace Control Officers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training, including:

• Airborne Warning and Control System
• Space and Missile operations
• Tactical Air Control Party (Land)
• Maritime Fighter Control (Navy)

Direct Entry

If you already have a university degree, the Canadian Armed Forces will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training and military officer qualification training are required before being assigned.

Paid Education

Regular Officer Training Plan

Because this position requires a university degree, the Canadian Armed Forces will pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor degree program at a Canadian university. They receive full-time salary including medical and dental care, as well as vacation time with full pay in exchange for working with the Canadian Armed Forces for a period of time. Typically, candidates enter the Canadian Military College System as an Officer Cadet where they study subjects relevant to both their military and academic career. In some instances, the Canadian Armed Forces is able to pay for Officer Cadets to attend other Canadian universities in a relevant degree program. Officer Cadets who attend other Canadian universities typically attend university during the regular academic year and participate in additional military training during the summer months. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian university of your choice.

Join the Forces

This position is also available on a part-time basis. To learn more about becoming an Aerospace Control Officer, talk to a recruiter at a centre nearest you or call 1-800-856-8488.

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