Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Colin Arabi

Pompano Beach

Summary

Air traffic control professional with solid experience in coordinating and managing safe and efficient movement of aircraft. Known for ability to stay calm under pressure, communicate effectively with pilots and team members, and adapt to dynamic situations. Strong focus on teamwork, safety protocols, and achieving operational excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Air Traffic Control Specialist

US Army
06.2022 - 05.2025
  • Enhanced air traffic efficiency by effectively managing and coordinating aircraft movements.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on aviation regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal guidelines.
  • Ensured the prompt resolution of airspace conflicts by employing effective problem-solving and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
  • Provided pilots with instructions for safe landings and takeoffs at airport averaging over 100 flights per day.
  • Researched continually to stay up to date on new FAA rules and policies.
  • Collaborated with other Air Traffic Control Specialists to manage complex airspace situations during peak traffic periods.
  • Coordinated emergency response efforts during incidents involving aircraft or airport facilities, ensuring effective communication between all relevant parties.
  • Worked closely with neighboring air traffic control facilities to facilitate seamless transitions between controlled airspace sectors for arriving and departing flights.
  • Assisted in the development of new controllers through mentorship and on-the-job training.
  • Used radar and radio communications to accurately identify and monitor air traffic.
  • Scrutinized flight patterns to determine available airspace and prevent collisions.

Tactical Airspace Integration Specialist

US Army
05.2019 - 06.2022
  • Contributed to the overall success of the organization by sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues through presentations, workshops, or mentoring sessions.
  • Provided training sessions for team members on best practices in systems integration techniques and tools.
  • Improved system efficiency by designing and implementing integration solutions for various platforms.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define integration requirements and develop suitable solutions.
  • Optimized system performance by monitoring, analyzing, and tuning integration components as needed.

Grocery Associate

Winn Dixie
11.2017 - 05.2019
  • Collaborated with fellow associates to complete tasks efficiently and maintain a smoothly functioning store environment.
  • Contributed to store safety by quickly addressing spills or hazards, minimizing the risk of accidents.
  • Assisted shoppers in locating desired products, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and sales.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.

Education

No Degree -

Air Traffic Control Advanced Individual Training
Fort Rucker, AL
01-2020

High School Diploma -

East Jefferson High School
Metairie, LA
05-2019

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Air traffic regulations
  • Stress tolerance
  • Memory retention
  • Composure under high pressure
  • Situational awareness
  • Customer service
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Customer service-focused
  • Excellent communication

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 4 staff members.
  • Achieved AOV credentials by completing the training program.

Certification

  • Certified Air Traffic Control Specialist (ARAC) - August 2024

Timeline

Air Traffic Control Specialist

US Army
06.2022 - 05.2025

Tactical Airspace Integration Specialist

US Army
05.2019 - 06.2022

Grocery Associate

Winn Dixie
11.2017 - 05.2019

No Degree -

Air Traffic Control Advanced Individual Training

High School Diploma -

East Jefferson High School