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Detroit, Mi, Us

Actively coordinate and control aircraft and vehicle activity in the non-movement area to ensure safe and efficient operations while minimizing delays.Monitor radios, phones and flight information displays continuously for aircraft arrival/departure information to make adjustments for scheduled and unscheduled flights, aircraft holding and overnight parking.Serve both as tower watch supervisor/controller-in-charge based on scheduling assignments or operational needs, and as a subject matter expert to airlines for airport and air traffic operations.Provide management and oversight of airport resources such as terminal gates, hardstands and flight information displays.Coordinate with airlines, airport authority, and air traffic control for airline diversions, airport construction, jet bridge closures, emergencies, snow removal, fuel spills, and other irregular operations.Develop monthly common-use and charter schedules for distribution to airlines and other airport agencies.Generate daily gate plots for airline scheduling and charter planning.Accurately record gate and hardstand usage into daily logs and internal database for airline billing and information tracking.

Las Vegas, Nevada, Us

Controlled airport ground movement and provided traffic advisories when directing aircraft to and from the gate area at assigned handoff spots within the non-movement area.Coordinated timely, accurate information with airlines and applied gate flow procedures to maximize gate assignments, aircraft push-backs, and holding pad assignments.Made entries into daily operational logs, gate request forms, and reported maintenance requests when needed.Contributed to the efficiency and effectiveness of the operation through demonstrated knowledge and teamwork.

Memphis, Tn, Us

Observed and provided aircraft control instructions in the FedEx ramp area by utilizing two-way radio communication and video surveillance.Coordinated various ramp activities with the appropriate agencies including crew bus and stairs dispatch, aircraft maintenance, flight operations and Air Traffic Control.Provided aircraft gate assignments for arrival and launch flights using proprietary ramp management software. Communicated with pilots in-range for gate availability and spot entries using VHF frequencies and ACARS.Successfully managed ramp traffic during severe weather and emergency situations.

Provided commercial pilots with pushback and taxi clearances using approved radio phraseology.Communicated with airport operations, airline employees, maintenance technicians, law enforcement, crash fire rescue, and airport communications center to ensure efficient flow of aircraft and passengers through the Terminals.Allocated and managed terminal resources including gates, hardstands, check-in stations and baggage claim belts.Complied with federal air regulations and operational requests from the FAA, Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority and partner airlines.Successfully assisted airlines when parking availability was limited in order to avoid a disruption in terminal operations.

Washington, Dc, Us

Participated in the air traffic basics and initial tower cab training programs involved with training air traffic control specialists.Received training on Standard Operating Procedures, Letters of Agreements, and tower equipment.Fine-tuned phraseology skills for radio transmissions and coordination.Enhanced ability to scan effectively and to be decisive when prioritizing tasks.

Reston, Va, Us

Provided simulator pilot services for Detroit TRACON, and Detroit Metro, Willow Run, and Toledo Express Air Traffic Control Towers.Collaborated with air traffic controllers, front line supervisors, air traffic manager and traffic management units on the development of the Cleveland-Detroit Metroplex RNAV procedures being implemented for NextGen.Recognized for outstanding contribution in support of the FAA Controller Training Contract.

Norman, Ok, Us

Provided support of training Air Traffic Control trainees at the FAA Academy by using the Voice Communication System (VCS) to simulate the actions and communication of pilots and remote ATC facilities during medium and high-fidelity training exercises.Received voice commands from students, inputs proper entries into the automated system to simulate pilot actions, translates displayed information into appropriate ATC terminology, and responds to the student via the VCS utilizing proper phraseology.Operated computer equipment to provide a simulated air traffic environment reflecting typical pilot responses to trainee directions.Provided simulated communications to the trainee on a variety of coordination activities with adjacent sector during a lab scenario.Monitored student to voice recognition software interaction for errors, made correct keyboard entries when required.

Arlington, Va, Us

Actively monitored Remote Pilot Operators, Ground Control, Local Control and Clearance Delivery.Optimized learning experience by memorizing O’Hare’s taxiways, runways, fixes and common routes.Familiarization with the ASDE-X and DBRITE systems.Studied O’Hare’s standard operating procedures on aircraft movement and converging runway operations.

Expected to build campers skills, organize tournaments, offer special clubs, electives and clinics and add to the camp community by sharing their passion for their specialties with children.Possessed the ability to help campers gain confidence in their athletic skills and abilities.Supervised skating park to prevent injuries and enforced all rules and safety regulations.Served as traffic personnel making sure all buses safely departed from campus.Assisted Athletics Director with tasks requiring completion on or ahead of schedule.Prepared equipment and planned activities for the day.Managed conflicts, set objectives and kept groups on task.Took the initiative to seek out and complete additional tasks if one was put on hold.Displayed strong leadership skills and was recognized by management for demonstrating enthusiasm and devoted work ethic.

Bachelor'S Degree, Aviation Science & Administration/Air Traffic Control/General Business Minor

Air Traffic Control Tower Operator