Quentin Smith
Meridian,MS
Summary
Dynamic Air Traffic Control Specialist with the United States Navy, adept at tower and radar interpretation and skilled in air traffic regulations. Proven ability to maintain situational awareness under pressure, ensuring safety and efficiency in high-traffic environments. Recognized for exceptional stress tolerance and memory retention, enhancing team performance and operational readiness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Traffic Control Specialist
United States Navy, NAS
08.2022 - Current
- Learned air traffic control procedures and regulations to ensure safety in operational environments.
- Assisted with monitoring aircraft movements using radar and communication systems.
- Adapted to dynamic situations by responding to real-time changes in flight data.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain situational awareness during high-traffic scenarios.
- Engaged in training simulations to develop decision-making skills under pressure.
- Observed communication protocols between pilots and air traffic control for clarity and efficiency.
- Directed aircraft during takeoff, en-route, and landing, providing clear and precise guidance to pilots.
- Assisted aircraft in emergency situations to increase preparedness and quick response, providing guidance and support.
- Managed training sessions to educate new air traffic controllers, applying best practices and complying with regulations.
- Participated in emergency simulations and drills to increase readiness.
- Worked closely with other air traffic controllers to establish safe and productive flow of traffic.
- Tracked aircraft movements in airspace to communicate and provide instructions to pilots.
- Conducted thorough pre-shift briefings with fellow controllers to review current conditions, anticipate potential issues, and establish priorities for the shift ahead.
- Engaged in routine training sessions to enhance expertise in air traffic control methods.
- Worked closely with neighboring air traffic control facilities to facilitate seamless transitions between controlled airspace sectors for arriving and departing flights.
- Collaborated with other Air Traffic Control Specialists to manage complex airspace situations during peak traffic periods.
- Assisted in the development of new controllers through mentorship and on-the-job training.
- Controlled arrivals and departures and transitioned aircraft across airfield and flight line.
Education
High School Diploma - Accounting
Monroe College
Bronx, NYSkills
- Tower and Radar interpretation
- Air traffic regulations
- Stress tolerance
- Memory retention
Timeline
Air Traffic Control Specialist
United States Navy, NAS
08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma - Accounting
Monroe College
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