As a member of the military, Aerospace Control Officers contribute to air operations by providing air traffic control services and air weapons control. They perform aerospace surveillance, warning, and control of airborne objects throughout Canadian airspace, and as part of the Canadian Air Navigation System, they also provide control to civilian and military aircraft during combat and training operations worldwide.
Aerospace Control Officers may be deployed to a ship, aircraft, or in the field throughout Canada, the United States and Europe. Initially, they are employed as air traffic controllers at Canadian military airbases or in the air defence realm, controlling fighter aircraft at the Canadian Air Defence Sector.
For Regular Force officers, upon completion of all required training, assignment occurs at the first base with potential relocations. For Primary Reserve Force officers, they join a specific Reserve unit, working part‑time (typically one night per week and some weekends) with possibilities of full‑time employment.
After enrolment, basic officer training lasts 12 weeks at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School, covering military knowledge, leadership, regulations, weapons handling, first aid, and physical fitness. Successful completion is required for further training and may include second‑language training (2‑9 months).
Next, Aerospace Control Officers attend the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Control Operations (3‑5 months). They learn control techniques for air defence and air traffic control, simulator training on airborne weapons systems, ground control systems, radar, meteorology, radiotelephony, navigation orders, aircraft performance, and command directives.
They earn a licence in the control of live aircraft after passing examination on local operating procedures.
Specialized courses are available, including Airborne Warning and Control System, Space and Missile operations, Tactical Air Control Party (Land), and Maritime Fighter Control (Navy).
This position is available for part‑time employment with the Primary Reserve in certain locations across Canada. Reserve members typically serve part‑time at an Air Force wing in their community, may volunteer for deployment on missions, and can serve up to 12 days per month in a regular work day with opportunities to serve full time for short durations.
The occupation is open to members of the Regular Force who have been trained as Aerospace Control Officers and wish to transfer to the Reserve Force, or to former military members who hold the Aerospace Control Officer qualification.
Aerospace Control Officer • Halifax, Halifax County, Canada
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