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Stephen Sterling

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

With over a decade of experience, including a pivotal role with the Federal Aviation Administration, I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring safety and efficiency in air traffic management. My expertise in radar usage and situational awareness, coupled with a proven track record in emergency response, showcases my ability to maintain composure and make critical decisions swiftly.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Air-traffic-controller

Federal Aviation Administration, FAA
11.2010 - 12.2024
  • Managed complex situations under pressure, demonstrating exceptional decision-making abilities for the safe management of aircraft.
  • Controlled arrivals and departures and transitioned aircraft across airfield and flight line.
  • Maintained clear communication with pilots, ground crews, and other controllers to ensure smooth coordination of aircraft movements.
  • Provided accurate weather updates to pilots, enabling informed decisions regarding flight paths and potential hazards.
  • Implemented contingency plans during emergency situations to minimize risks while maintaining efficient air traffic management practices.
  • Tracked aircraft movements in airspace to communicate and provide instructions to pilots.
  • Used radar and radio communications to accurately identify and monitor air traffic.

Air Traffic Controller

DynCorp International
05.2009 - 10.2010
  • Maintained clear communication with pilots, ground crews, and other controllers to ensure smooth coordination of aircraft movements.
  • Utilized communications systems to direct movement of pilots and ground personnel.
  • Reduced delays and increased operational efficiency by implementing effective scheduling and routing strategies.
  • 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.
  • Monitored aircraft departure and arrival times to determine accuracy and report delays.

Air Traffic Controller

Serco
03.2007 - 05.2009
  • Controlled arrivals and departures and transitioned aircraft across airfield and flight line.
  • Maintained clear communication with pilots, ground crews, and other controllers to ensure smooth coordination of aircraft movements.
  • Provided accurate weather updates to pilots, enabling informed decisions regarding flight paths and potential hazards.
  • Provided pilots with instructions for safe landings and takeoffs at airport averaging 220 flights per day.
  • Used radar and radio communications to accurately identify and monitor air traffic.
  • Coordinated with FAA to determine compliance with all regulations.

Air Traffic Controller

United States Army
07.2000 - 12.2006

Provided ATC services to military aircraft on 3 separate deployments totaling 3 years of my 6.5 year enlistment in both control tower and ground controlled approach environments.

  • Tracked aircraft movements in airspace to communicate and provide instructions to pilots.
  • Assisted aircraft in emergency situations to increase preparedness and quick response, providing guidance and support.
  • Used radar and radio communications to accurately identify and monitor air traffic
  • Managed training sessions to educate new air traffic controllers, applying best practices and complying with regulations.
  • GCA certified
  • CTO certified

Education

FAA Air Traffic Control Course
Oklahoma City, OK

Computer Programming

Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY

US Army ATC Training Center
Fort Rucker, AL

High School Diploma -

Continental Local School
Continental
01-1999

Skills

  • Situational awareness
  • Composure under high pressure
  • Safety measures
  • FAA regulations
  • Emergency response
  • Radar usage
  • ATC software
  • Radar and computer usage
  • Weather analysis
  • STARS
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Air-traffic-controller

Federal Aviation Administration, FAA
11.2010 - 12.2024

Air Traffic Controller

DynCorp International
05.2009 - 10.2010

Air Traffic Controller

Serco
03.2007 - 05.2009

Air Traffic Controller

United States Army
07.2000 - 12.2006

FAA Air Traffic Control Course

Computer Programming

Hopkinsville Community College

US Army ATC Training Center

High School Diploma -

Continental Local School
Stephen Sterling