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Miguel Romero

Yuma,AZ

Summary

Certified Approach and Ground Controller with the FAA, experienced in managing busy airspace and ensuring safe, efficient operations. Serving as a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps, where I lead and train Marines in fast-paced, high-stress environments. Comfortable making quick decisions under pressure and working as part of a tight-knit team. Strong background in communication, coordination, and accountability. I bring a solid mix of technical skill and real-world leadership.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Air Traffic Controller-Yuma

United States Marine Corps
10.2023 - Current

- Certified approach controller through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), providing over 120 hours of safe, orderly, expeditious, and incident free controlling within the National Airspace System (NAS).

- Provides real-time air traffic and containment services within assigned special use airspace

- Delivered precise, calm communication to pilots and team members during high volume traffic and emergency situations.

-Qualified on Radar Flight Data (Radar Flight Data) reading clearances, disseminating information and ensuring safety through communication.

- Is an On the Job Training Instructor (OJTI) for RFD providing over 170 hours of instruction resulting in 7 qualifications and 250 hours of controlling.

Air Traffic Controller- Cherry Point

United States Marine Corps
05.2022 - 10.2023

- Qualified on tower Ground control (GC).

- Directed and coordinated ground traffic at a busy airfield, ensuring safe movement of aircraft, vehicles, and personnel.

-Maintained constant communication with pilots, tower controllers, and ground crew to prevent collisions and delays.

-Used secure military communication. Systems and radar equipment to manage aircraft flow on active airfields.

- Maintained situational awareness during high volume traffic periods and irregular operations.

Education

Air Traffic Control Specialist -

FAA Air Traffic Control School
Pensacola, FL
04-2022

Leadership Development And Small-unit Leadership -

Marine Aircraft Group University
Yuma, AZ
07-2024

Foundational Leadership And Ethics -

Lance Corporal Leadership And Ethics
MCAS Cherry Point
06-2022

High School Diploma -

Faribault High School
Faribault, MN
06-2021

Skills

    - Composure under high pressure

    - Problem-solving

    - Reliability

    - Critical thinking

Timeline

Air Traffic Controller-Yuma

United States Marine Corps
10.2023 - Current

Air Traffic Controller- Cherry Point

United States Marine Corps
05.2022 - 10.2023

Air Traffic Control Specialist -

FAA Air Traffic Control School

Leadership Development And Small-unit Leadership -

Marine Aircraft Group University

Foundational Leadership And Ethics -

Lance Corporal Leadership And Ethics

High School Diploma -

Faribault High School